Veena Charu, M.D.
NPI 1568438976 · Specialist · Anaheim, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hematology/Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Veena Charu, M.D. is a Specialist provider in Anaheim, CA (NPI 1568438976).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1568438976
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- SpecialistOther Service Providers
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A45465 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Other Service Providers
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
2,319 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 607 | $145 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 520 | $8 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 370 | $9 |
| Assessment of Emotional Or Behavioral Problems96127 | 347 | $5 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 159 | $17 |
| Infusion Into a Vein for Therapy, Prevention, Or Diagnosis, Additional Sequential Infusion, 1 Hour Or Less96367 | 114 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 41 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Exemestane | 81 | 21 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 73 | 26 |
| Denosumabbrand: Prolia | 60 | 45 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 52 | 13 |
| Letrozole | 51 | 18 |
| Epoetin Alfabrand: Procrit | 49 | 17 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 46 | 14 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,687 across 73 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
- 2006-02-24
- Last updated
- 2026-05-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Veena Charu's NPI number?
- Veena Charu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568438976, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Veena Charu's specialty?
- Veena Charu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Specialist (Other Service Providers).
- Where is Veena Charu located?
- Veena Charu's practice location on file with NPPES is 1801 W Romneya Dr, Anaheim, CA 92801-1830.
- What is Veena Charu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Veena Charu is (714) 999-1465.
- Does Veena Charu accept Medicare?
- Veena Charu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Veena Charu's NPI active?
- Yes — Veena Charu's NPI (1568438976) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-05-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.