Giridhar Santebennur, M.D.
NPI 1407976939 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Pittsburgh, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hematology/Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Giridhar Santebennur, M.D. is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in Pittsburgh, PA (NPI 1407976939).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1407976939
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD434187 (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
410 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 | 117 | $92 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 94 | $137 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 63 | $63 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 37 | $124 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 26 | $75 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 23 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Anastrozole | 204 | 59 |
| Abiraterone Acetate | 129 | 15 |
| Prednisone | 96 | 28 |
| Prochlorperazine Maleate | 61 | 36 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 52 | 35 |
| Lidocaine/Prilocainebrand: Lidocaine-Prilocaine | 45 | 32 |
| Acyclovir | 33 | — |
| Alendronate Sodium |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-03-29
- Last updated
- 2020-10-09
- Certified
- 2020-10-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Giridhar Santebennur's NPI number?
- Giridhar Santebennur's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1407976939, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Giridhar Santebennur's specialty?
- Giridhar Santebennur is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Giridhar Santebennur located?
- Giridhar Santebennur's practice location on file with NPPES is 247 Morewood Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213-1861.
- What is Giridhar Santebennur's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Giridhar Santebennur is (412) 622-0290.
- Does Giridhar Santebennur accept Medicare?
- Giridhar Santebennur is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Giridhar Santebennur's NPI active?
- Yes — Giridhar Santebennur's NPI (1407976939) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-10-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.