Vijay Ramalingam, M.D.
NPI 1720244866 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · Boston, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Vijay Ramalingam, M.D. is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in Boston, MA (NPI 1720244866).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1720244866
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 236749 (MA)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
17 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
298 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 74 | $13 |
| Ultrasonic Guidance for Blood Vessel Access76937 | 58 | $14 |
| Fluoroscopic Guidance for Insertion Or Removal of Central Vein Access Device77001 | 36 | $18 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 27 | $102 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 24 | $151 |
| Insertion of Central Venous Tube With Port (5 Years Or Older)36561 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$4,451 across 14 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)
- 88 E Newton StBoston, MA 02118-2308Phone: (617) 638-6610Fax: (617) 638-6616
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-07-29
- Last updated
- 2018-07-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Vijay Ramalingam's NPI number?
- Vijay Ramalingam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720244866, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Vijay Ramalingam's specialty?
- Vijay Ramalingam is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Vijay Ramalingam located?
- Vijay Ramalingam's practice location on file with NPPES is 88 E Newton St, Boston, MA 02118.
- What is Vijay Ramalingam's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Vijay Ramalingam is (617) 638-6610.
- Does Vijay Ramalingam accept Medicare?
- Vijay Ramalingam is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Vijay Ramalingam's NPI active?
- Yes — Vijay Ramalingam's NPI (1720244866) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-07-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.