Prasanna Sugathan, M.D.
NPI 1598847733 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Lake Charles, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Prasanna Sugathan, M.D. is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Lake Charles, LA (NPI 1598847733).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1598847733
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD-42253 (IA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Cardiovascular Disease Physician207RC0000X
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
5,132 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 692 | $8 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 584 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 548 | $119 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 403 | $13 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 325 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 25 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ezetimibe | 265 | 78 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 260 | 80 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 198 | 49 |
| Carvedilol | 175 | 46 |
| Losartan Potassium | 149 | 51 |
| Spironolactone | 119 | 37 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 94 | 34 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$571 across 19 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 (1)
- 703 Cypress St Ste aSulphur, LA 70663-5053Phone: (337) 310-0395Fax: (337) 313-5389
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-10-19
- Last updated
- 2025-04-25
- Certified
- 2025-04-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Prasanna Sugathan's NPI number?
- Prasanna Sugathan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598847733, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Prasanna Sugathan's specialty?
- Prasanna Sugathan is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Prasanna Sugathan located?
- Prasanna Sugathan's practice location on file with NPPES is 501 Dr. Michael Debakey Dr., Lake Charles, LA 70601.
- What is Prasanna Sugathan's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Prasanna Sugathan is (337) 312-8281.
- Does Prasanna Sugathan accept Medicare?
- Prasanna Sugathan is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Prasanna Sugathan's NPI active?
- Yes — Prasanna Sugathan's NPI (1598847733) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-04-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.