Santosh Kagathur, M.D.
NPI 1972950335 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Estero, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hematology/Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Santosh Kagathur, M.D. is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in Estero, FL (NPI 1972950335).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1972950335
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME169326 (FL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
10 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
78 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) |
|---|---|---|
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 30 | $225 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 24 | $130 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 24 | $183 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $130–$225 (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 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Letrozole | 39 | 13 |
| Anastrozole | 24 | — |
| Prednisone | 23 | — |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 16 | — |
| Tamoxifen Citrate | 16 | — |
| Enzalutamidebrand: Xtandi | 14 | — |
| Abiraterone Acetate | 13 | — |
| Hydroxyurea |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$40 across 1 record (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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 119 Oakfield DrBrandon, FL 33511-5779Phone: (813) 681-5551Fax: (813) 916-2944
- 350 7th St NNaples, FL 34102-5754Phone: (239) 624-3997Fax: (239) 624-8101
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2016-05-16
- Last updated
- 2025-02-19
- Certified
- 2025-02-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Santosh Kagathur's NPI number?
- Santosh Kagathur's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972950335, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Santosh Kagathur's specialty?
- Santosh Kagathur is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Santosh Kagathur located?
- Santosh Kagathur's practice location on file with NPPES is 3501 Health Center Blvd Ste 1119, Estero, FL 34135-8135.
- What is Santosh Kagathur's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Santosh Kagathur is (239) 343-9567.
- Does Santosh Kagathur accept Medicare?
- Santosh Kagathur is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Santosh Kagathur's NPI active?
- Yes — Santosh Kagathur's NPI (1972950335) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-02-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.