Sarala Krishnagiri, M.D.
NPI 1598778664 · Internal Medicine Physician · Chesapeake, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sarala Krishnagiri, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Chesapeake, VA (NPI 1598778664).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1598778664
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0101057429 (VA)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
4,562 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 | 761 | $9 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 539 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 518 | $124 |
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides)80061 | 412 | $13 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 404 | $10 |
| Vitamin D-3 Level82306 | 324 | $29 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 134 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 491 | 136 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 379 | 110 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 308 | 78 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 219 | 63 |
| Simvastatin | 213 | 65 |
| Metformin Hclbrand: Metformin Hcl Er | 206 | 57 |
| Losartan Potassium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$142 across 7 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
- 2006-08-13
- Last updated
- 2012-12-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sarala Krishnagiri's NPI number?
- Sarala Krishnagiri's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598778664, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sarala Krishnagiri's specialty?
- Sarala Krishnagiri is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sarala Krishnagiri located?
- Sarala Krishnagiri's practice location on file with NPPES is 2994 Churchland Blvd, Chesapeake, VA 23321-5643.
- What is Sarala Krishnagiri's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sarala Krishnagiri is (757) 484-0500.
- Does Sarala Krishnagiri accept Medicare?
- Sarala Krishnagiri is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sarala Krishnagiri's NPI active?
- Yes — Sarala Krishnagiri's NPI (1598778664) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-12-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.