Sushma Nakka, MD
NPI 1871787036 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Lakeland, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hematology/Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sushma Nakka, MD is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in Lakeland, FL (NPI 1871787036).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1871787036
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 228988 (NY)
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 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
2,115 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 478 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 457 | $115 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 439 | $10 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes99231 | 182 | $49 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 145 | $8 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 40 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Letrozole | 284 | 82 |
| Anastrozole | 114 | 32 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 112 | 45 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 86 | 58 |
| Gabapentin | 64 | 24 |
| Tamoxifen Citrate | 63 | 16 |
| Prednisone | 54 | 21 |
| Palbociclib |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$11,838 across 46 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
- 2007-08-30
- Last updated
- 2022-07-21
- Certified
- 2022-07-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sushma Nakka's NPI number?
- Sushma Nakka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871787036, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sushma Nakka's specialty?
- Sushma Nakka is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sushma Nakka located?
- Sushma Nakka's practice location on file with NPPES is 3525 Lakeland Hills Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33805-1965.
- What is Sushma Nakka's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sushma Nakka is (863) 603-6565.
- Does Sushma Nakka accept Medicare?
- Sushma Nakka is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sushma Nakka's NPI active?
- Yes — Sushma Nakka's NPI (1871787036) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-07-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.