Chitra Balasundaram, M.D.
NPI 1356656839 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Bronx, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hematology/Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Chitra Balasundaram, M.D. is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in Bronx, NY (NPI 1356656839).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1356656839
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- DONT NEED ONE (NY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
15 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,498 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 677 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 410 | $92 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 277 | $126 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 253 | $9 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 233 | $10 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 30 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Anastrozole | 201 | 67 |
| Hydroxyurea | 86 | 20 |
| Prednisone | 75 | 29 |
| Abiraterone Acetate | 66 | 14 |
| Letrozole | 43 | 14 |
| Dexamethasone | 41 | 19 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 38 | 14 |
| Acalabrutinib Maleatebrand: Calquence | 37 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$288 across 14 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2010-08-09
- Last updated
- 2017-03-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Chitra Balasundaram's NPI number?
- Chitra Balasundaram's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356656839, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Chitra Balasundaram's specialty?
- Chitra Balasundaram is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Chitra Balasundaram located?
- Chitra Balasundaram's practice location on file with NPPES is 130 W Kingsbridge Rd, Bronx, NY 10468-3904.
- What is Chitra Balasundaram's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Chitra Balasundaram is (718) 584-9000.
- Does Chitra Balasundaram accept Medicare?
- Chitra Balasundaram is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Chitra Balasundaram's NPI active?
- Yes — Chitra Balasundaram's NPI (1356656839) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-03-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.