Venkata Akshintala, M.D.
NPI 1528486594 · Gastroenterology Physician · Baltimore, MD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Venkata Akshintala, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Baltimore, MD (NPI 1528486594).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1528486594
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- D91127 (MD)
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
487 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 73 | $100 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 67 | $146 |
| Ultrasound Guided Needle Aspiration Or Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43242 | 48 | $254 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 46 | $236 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 34 | $181 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Sodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/Pegbrand: Peg 3350-Electrolyte | 40 | 36 |
| Famotidine | 27 | 11 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 26 | — |
| Lipase/Protease/Amylasebrand: Creon | 19 | — |
| Mirtazapine | 15 | — |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 12 | — |
| Pregabalin | 12 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$7,704 across 17 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
- 2014-04-07
- Last updated
- 2021-07-21
- Certified
- 2021-07-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Venkata Akshintala's NPI number?
- Venkata Akshintala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528486594, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Venkata Akshintala's specialty?
- Venkata Akshintala is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Venkata Akshintala located?
- Venkata Akshintala's practice location on file with NPPES is 1830 E Monument St, Baltimore, MD 21287-0020.
- What is Venkata Akshintala's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Venkata Akshintala is (410) 614-6708.
- Does Venkata Akshintala accept Medicare?
- Venkata Akshintala is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Venkata Akshintala's NPI active?
- Yes — Venkata Akshintala's NPI (1528486594) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-07-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.