Saraswathi Lakkasani, MD
NPI 1508389842 · Gastroenterology Physician · Fishersville, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Saraswathi Lakkasani, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Fishersville, VA (NPI 1508389842).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1508389842
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 25MA11367800 (NJ)
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
8 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
306 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) |
|---|---|---|
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 56 | $160 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 48 | $237 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 47 | $95 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 47 | $166 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 44 | $108 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 85 | 34 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 80 | 79 |
| Omeprazole | 26 | 12 |
| Famotidine | 19 | — |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Peg-3350 and Electrolytes | 19 | 19 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 13 | — |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$668 across 22 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)
- 111 Central AveSt.michael'S Medical CenterNewark, NJ 07102Phone: (310) 955-7580
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2017-07-19
- Last updated
- 2025-10-06
- Certified
- 2025-10-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Saraswathi Lakkasani's NPI number?
- Saraswathi Lakkasani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508389842, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Saraswathi Lakkasani's specialty?
- Saraswathi Lakkasani is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Saraswathi Lakkasani located?
- Saraswathi Lakkasani's practice location on file with NPPES is 70 Medical Center Cir Ste 302, Fishersville, VA 22939-2273.
- What is Saraswathi Lakkasani's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Saraswathi Lakkasani is (540) 245-7350.
- Does Saraswathi Lakkasani accept Medicare?
- Saraswathi Lakkasani is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Saraswathi Lakkasani's NPI active?
- Yes — Saraswathi Lakkasani's NPI (1508389842) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-10-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.