Lakshmi Kannan, MD
NPI 1598117368 · Nephrology Physician · Charlottesville, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lakshmi Kannan, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Charlottesville, VA (NPI 1598117368).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1598117368
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
9 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
844 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 253 | $73 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 171 | $122 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 102 | $61 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 | 81 | $66 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 74 | $61 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 92 | 32 |
| Calcitriol | 71 | 20 |
| Bumetanide | 50 | 19 |
| Losartan Potassium | 50 | 13 |
| Potassium Chloride | 45 | 23 |
| Lisinopril | 39 | 14 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 39 | 12 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,706 across 30 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 (2)
- 911 Bypass Rd Bldg aPikeville, KY 41501-1689Phone: (606) 430-2208Fax: (606) 218-7508
- 1215 Lee StCharlottesville, VA 22908-1239Phone: (434) 924-8661
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2016-07-05
- Last updated
- 2024-08-13
- Certified
- 2024-08-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lakshmi Kannan's NPI number?
- Lakshmi Kannan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598117368, 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 Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lakshmi Kannan located?
- Lakshmi Kannan's practice location on file with NPPES is 500 Martha Jefferson Dr, Charlottesville, VA 22911-4668.
- What is Lakshmi Kannan's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lakshmi Kannan is (434) 654-5260.
- 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 (1598117368) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-08-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.