Lakshmi Kannan, MD
NPI 1508954454 · Medical Oncology Physician · Dallas, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Medical Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lakshmi Kannan, MD is a Medical Oncology Physician provider in Dallas, TX (NPI 1508954454).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1508954454
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Medical Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- M4226 (TX)
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
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
5,032 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 1,046 | $9 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 965 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 573 | $125 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 538 | $10 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 237 | $89 |
| Iron Level83540 | 162 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 43 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Anastrozole | 555 | 135 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 201 | 50 |
| Tamoxifen Citrate | 200 | 48 |
| Rivaroxabanbrand: Xarelto | 160 | 30 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 145 | 48 |
| Dexamethasone | 92 | 41 |
| Hydroxyurea | 75 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$21,514 across 113 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-10-10
- Last updated
- 2024-10-04
- Certified
- 2024-10-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lakshmi Kannan's NPI number?
- Lakshmi Kannan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508954454, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lakshmi Kannan's specialty?
- Lakshmi Kannan is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Medical Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lakshmi Kannan located?
- Lakshmi Kannan's practice location on file with NPPES is 3555 West Wheatland Road, Dallas, TX 75237.
- What is Lakshmi Kannan's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lakshmi Kannan is (972) 709-2580.
- Does Lakshmi Kannan accept Medicare?
- Lakshmi Kannan is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lakshmi Kannan's NPI active?
- Yes — Lakshmi Kannan's NPI (1508954454) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-10-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.