Brinda Desiraju, M.D.
NPI 1861503070 · Nephrology Physician · Brooklyn, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Brinda Desiraju, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Brooklyn, NY (NPI 1861503070).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1861503070
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MA68116400 (NJ)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
817 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 50 Minutes99233 | 383 | $132 |
| Critical Care, First 30-74 Minutes99291 | 129 | $237 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 84 | $192 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 81 | $87 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 | 68 | $78 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 52 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Furosemide | 121 | 39 |
| Calcitriol | 75 | 27 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 40 | 12 |
| Allopurinol | 26 | — |
| Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate | 25 | 12 |
| Famotidine | 21 | — |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 20 | — |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 17 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-31
- Last updated
- 2025-04-24
- Certified
- 2025-04-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Brinda Desiraju's NPI number?
- Brinda Desiraju's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861503070, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Brinda Desiraju's specialty?
- Brinda Desiraju is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Brinda Desiraju located?
- Brinda Desiraju's practice location on file with NPPES is 577 Prospect Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11215-6065.
- What is Brinda Desiraju's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Brinda Desiraju is (718) 369-0318.
- Does Brinda Desiraju accept Medicare?
- Brinda Desiraju is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Brinda Desiraju's NPI active?
- Yes — Brinda Desiraju's NPI (1861503070) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-04-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.