Venkata Buddharaju, M.D
NPI 1508145327 · Nephrology Physician · Crystal Lake, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Venkata Buddharaju, M.D is a Nephrology Physician provider in Crystal Lake, IL (NPI 1508145327).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1508145327
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036139711 (IL)
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
14 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
6,255 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 | 2,029 | $114 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,017 | $106 |
| 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 | 842 | $16 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 581 | $58 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 478 | $166 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 48 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Allopurinol | 297 | 76 |
| Losartan Potassium | 281 | 101 |
| Furosemide | 265 | 103 |
| Carvedilol | 229 | 67 |
| Bumetanide | 186 | 61 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 167 | 58 |
| Lisinopril | 144 | 48 |
| Calcitriol | 143 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$800 across 39 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)
- 1670 Capital St Unit 900Elgin, IL 60124-7837Phone: (847) 285-1908
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2011-08-10
- Last updated
- 2022-09-15
- Certified
- 2022-09-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Venkata Buddharaju's NPI number?
- Venkata Buddharaju's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508145327, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Venkata Buddharaju's specialty?
- Venkata Buddharaju is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Venkata Buddharaju located?
- Venkata Buddharaju's practice location on file with NPPES is 442 N Il Route 31, Crystal Lake, IL 60012-3709.
- What is Venkata Buddharaju's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Venkata Buddharaju is (224) 238-3211.
- Does Venkata Buddharaju accept Medicare?
- Venkata Buddharaju is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Venkata Buddharaju's NPI active?
- Yes — Venkata Buddharaju's NPI (1508145327) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-09-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.