Krishnakumar Hongalgi, MD
NPI 1962603225 · Nephrology Physician · Albany, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Krishnakumar Hongalgi, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Albany, NY (NPI 1962603225).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1962603225
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 267018 (NY)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
967 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 35 Minutes99232 | 258 | $74 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 113 | $338 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 112 | $345 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 110 | $111 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 87 | $63 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 | 79 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Losartan Potassium | 58 | 19 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 48 | 12 |
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er | 43 | 17 |
| Sodium Polystyrene Sulfon/Sorbbrand: Sps | 33 | — |
| Furosemide | 31 | 11 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 30 | — |
| Torsemide | 30 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-05-31
- Last updated
- 2014-10-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Krishnakumar Hongalgi's NPI number?
- Krishnakumar Hongalgi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962603225, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Krishnakumar Hongalgi's specialty?
- Krishnakumar Hongalgi is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Krishnakumar Hongalgi located?
- Krishnakumar Hongalgi's practice location on file with NPPES is 47 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY 12208-3412.
- What is Krishnakumar Hongalgi's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Krishnakumar Hongalgi is (518) 262-5176.
- Does Krishnakumar Hongalgi accept Medicare?
- Krishnakumar Hongalgi is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Krishnakumar Hongalgi's NPI active?
- Yes — Krishnakumar Hongalgi's NPI (1962603225) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-10-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.