Anand Saranathan, M.D.
NPI 1760652119 · Nephrology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Anand Saranathan, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1760652119).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1760652119
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- M7595 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Other Service Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
18 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
1,169 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 | 239 | $78 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 132 | $50 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure, Each Additional 15 Minutes99153 | 95 | $12 |
| Insertion of Needle And/Or Tube Into Hemodialysis Circuit and Balloon Dilation of Dialysis Segment With Review By Radiologist36902 | 90 | $1,175 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 86 | $117 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Allopurinol | 99 | 25 |
| Prednisone | 45 | 22 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 40 | 13 |
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er | 34 | — |
| Finerenonebrand: Kerendia | 27 | — |
| Carvedilol | 24 | — |
| Patiromer Calcium Sorbitexbrand: Veltassa | 22 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$20,467 across 117 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
- 2008-02-29
- Last updated
- 2015-03-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Anand Saranathan's NPI number?
- Anand Saranathan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1760652119, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Anand Saranathan's specialty?
- Anand Saranathan is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Anand Saranathan located?
- Anand Saranathan's practice location on file with NPPES is 7015 Almeda Rd, Houston, TX 77054-2101.
- What is Anand Saranathan's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Anand Saranathan is (713) 520-6875.
- Does Anand Saranathan accept Medicare?
- Anand Saranathan is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Anand Saranathan's NPI active?
- Yes — Anand Saranathan's NPI (1760652119) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-03-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.