Biju Cherian, MD
NPI 1437195369 · Nephrology Physician · Albuquerque, NM
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Biju Cherian, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Albuquerque, NM (NPI 1437195369).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1437195369
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD2003-0776 (NM)
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
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
1,066 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 355 | $112 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 176 | $170 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 145 | $75 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 99 | $164 |
| Home Dialysis Services Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90966 | 64 | $286 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 35 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Furosemide | 224 | 67 |
| Calcitriol | 160 | 49 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 96 | 30 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 87 | 35 |
| Losartan Potassium | 68 | 21 |
| Allopurinol | 51 | 16 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 48 | 13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$248 across 12 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)
- 8725 Alameda Park Dr NeAlbuquerque, NM 87113-2475Phone: (505) 828-0232Fax: (833) 973-4751
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-06-21
- Last updated
- 2026-01-07
- Certified
- 2026-01-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Biju Cherian's NPI number?
- Biju Cherian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437195369, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Biju Cherian's specialty?
- Biju Cherian is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Biju Cherian located?
- Biju Cherian's practice location on file with NPPES is 5981 Jefferson St Ne Ste a, Albuquerque, NM 87109-3457.
- What is Biju Cherian's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Biju Cherian is (505) 370-9600.
- Does Biju Cherian accept Medicare?
- Biju Cherian is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Biju Cherian's NPI active?
- Yes — Biju Cherian's NPI (1437195369) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-01-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.