Nikhila Velivela, M.D
NPI 1952789828 · Family Medicine Physician · Lancaster, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hospitalist · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nikhila Velivela, M.D is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Lancaster, SC (NPI 1952789828).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1952789828
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 88581 (SC)
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
11 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
843 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 | 426 | $105 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, 30 Minutes Or Less99238 | 165 | $75 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 160 | $74 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 92 | $162 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $74–$162 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 54 | 21 |
| Furosemide | 50 | 31 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 47 | 34 |
| Cefdinir | 45 | 45 |
| Prednisone | 39 | 38 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 31 | 16 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 24 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2015-05-12
- Last updated
- 2025-01-03
- Certified
- 2025-01-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nikhila Velivela's NPI number?
- Nikhila Velivela's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952789828, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nikhila Velivela's specialty?
- Nikhila Velivela is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nikhila Velivela located?
- Nikhila Velivela's practice location on file with NPPES is 800 W Meeting St, Lancaster, SC 29720-2202.
- What is Nikhila Velivela's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nikhila Velivela is (803) 286-1214.
- Does Nikhila Velivela accept Medicare?
- Nikhila Velivela is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nikhila Velivela's NPI active?
- Yes — Nikhila Velivela's NPI (1952789828) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-01-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.