Vernu Visvalingam, MD
NPI 1396700274 · Gastroenterology Physician · Leominster, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Vernu Visvalingam, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Leominster, MA (NPI 1396700274).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1396700274
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME84370 (FL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
885 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 175 | $130 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 116 | $169 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 111 | $241 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 105 | $102 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 93 | $107 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 201 | 63 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 137 | 137 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 68 | 28 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 57 | 29 |
| Colestipol Hcl | 57 | 24 |
| Famotidine | 40 | 14 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 39 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,720 across 84 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 2884 Wellness Ave Ste 100Orange City, FL 32763-8427Phone: (386) 668-2221Fax: (386) 668-2228
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-04-20
- Last updated
- 2025-05-08
- Certified
- 2020-12-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Vernu Visvalingam's NPI number?
- Vernu Visvalingam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396700274, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Vernu Visvalingam's specialty?
- Vernu Visvalingam is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Vernu Visvalingam located?
- Vernu Visvalingam's practice location on file with NPPES is 105 Erdman Way, Leominster, MA 01453.
- What is Vernu Visvalingam's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Vernu Visvalingam is (978) 537-7552.
- Does Vernu Visvalingam accept Medicare?
- Vernu Visvalingam is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Vernu Visvalingam's NPI active?
- Yes — Vernu Visvalingam's NPI (1396700274) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-05-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.