Poongothai Sundaram, MD
NPI 1538127238 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Columbus, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Medical Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Poongothai Sundaram, MD is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in Columbus, OH (NPI 1538127238).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538127238
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 35074867 (OH)
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
20 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
2,298 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 565 | $8 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 439 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 282 | $120 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 195 | $13 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 139 | $86 |
| Injection of Additional New Drug Or Substance Into Vein96375 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Letrozole | 143 | 40 |
| Hydroxyurea | 51 | 18 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 46 | — |
| Prochlorperazine Maleate | 42 | 28 |
| Anastrozole | 34 | 16 |
| Exemestane | 34 | — |
| Dexamethasone | 32 | — |
| Tamoxifen Citrate | 29 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,346 across 58 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
- 2006-05-02
- Last updated
- 2023-01-11
- Certified
- 2023-01-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Poongothai Sundaram's NPI number?
- Poongothai Sundaram's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538127238, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Poongothai Sundaram's specialty?
- Poongothai Sundaram is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Poongothai Sundaram located?
- Poongothai Sundaram's practice location on file with NPPES is 3100 Plaza Properties Blvd, Columbus, OH 43219-1530.
- What is Poongothai Sundaram's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Poongothai Sundaram is (614) 383-6000.
- Does Poongothai Sundaram accept Medicare?
- Poongothai Sundaram is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Poongothai Sundaram's NPI active?
- Yes — Poongothai Sundaram's NPI (1538127238) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-01-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.