Kumar Krishnan, MD
NPI 1609085240 · Gastroenterology Physician · Boston, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kumar Krishnan, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Boston, MA (NPI 1609085240).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1609085240
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036121716 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
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
737 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Review By Radiologist of Image From Tube Placement Into Bile Duct Using an Endoscope74328 | 121 | $24 |
| Replacement of Stent in Pancreatic Or Bile Duct Using a Flexible Endoscope43276 | 117 | $307 |
| Insertion of Stent Into Pancreatic Or Bile Duct Using a Flexible Endoscope43274 | 86 | $342 |
| Removal of Stone Or Debris From Bile Or Pancreatic Duct Using a Flexible Endoscope43264 | 51 | $125 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 49 | $102 |
| Ultrasound Guided Needle Aspiration Or Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43242 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 42 | 27 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 27 | 23 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 27 | 22 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 19 | — |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 13 | — |
| Lipase/Protease/Amylasebrand: Creon | 13 | — |
| Nortriptyline Hcl | 11 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$24,767 across 37 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)
- 6550 Fannin StSuite 1201Houston, TX 77030-2717Phone: (713) 441-3372Fax: (713) 797-0622
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-05-21
- Last updated
- 2017-10-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kumar Krishnan's NPI number?
- Kumar Krishnan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609085240, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kumar Krishnan's specialty?
- Kumar Krishnan is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kumar Krishnan located?
- Kumar Krishnan's practice location on file with NPPES is 55 Fruit St # Street4, Boston, MA 02114-2621.
- What is Kumar Krishnan's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kumar Krishnan is (617) 724-0578.
- Does Kumar Krishnan accept Medicare?
- Kumar Krishnan is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kumar Krishnan's NPI active?
- Yes — Kumar Krishnan's NPI (1609085240) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-10-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.