Krishna Chaitanya Cherukuri, M.D.
NPI 1487096962 · Interventional Cardiology Physician · Carbondale, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Interventional Cardiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Krishna Chaitanya Cherukuri, M.D. is a Interventional Cardiology Physician provider in Carbondale, IL (NPI 1487096962).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1487096962
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Cardiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036153082 (IL)
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
12 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
4 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
4,986 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 1,363 | $8 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 563 | $65 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 479 | $121 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 327 | $76 |
| Evaluation of Single, Dual, Multiple Lead Or Leadless Pacemaker System Or Implantable Defibrillator System, Remote Up to 90 Days93296 | 180 | $19 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 50 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Succinate | 726 | 205 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 658 | 127 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 528 | 141 |
| Carvedilol | 509 | 131 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 409 | 114 |
| Furosemide | 325 | 85 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,707 across 47 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 (3)
- 900 N Washington St Ste 2Du Quoin, IL 62832-1233Phone: (618) 529-4455Fax: (618) 351-1287
- 217 S Park Ave Ste 2Herrin, IL 62948-3611Phone: (618) 529-4455Fax: (618) 351-1287
- 3905 W Ernestine DrMarion, IL 62959-5800Phone: (618) 529-4455Fax: (618) 351-1287
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2013-07-24
- Last updated
- 2023-03-09
- Certified
- 2023-03-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Krishna Chaitanya Cherukuri's NPI number?
- Krishna Chaitanya Cherukuri's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487096962, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Krishna Chaitanya Cherukuri's specialty?
- Krishna Chaitanya Cherukuri is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Cardiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Krishna Chaitanya Cherukuri located?
- Krishna Chaitanya Cherukuri's practice location on file with NPPES is 409 W Oak St, Carbondale, IL 62901-1464.
- What is Krishna Chaitanya Cherukuri's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Krishna Chaitanya Cherukuri is (618) 529-4455.
- Does Krishna Chaitanya Cherukuri accept Medicare?
- Krishna Chaitanya Cherukuri is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Krishna Chaitanya Cherukuri's NPI active?
- Yes — Krishna Chaitanya Cherukuri's NPI (1487096962) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-03-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.