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DR. VENKATA SAI B CHINNAKOTLA MD
NPI 1033559604
Internal Medicine - Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism in Columbia, SC

Active since June 27, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
83.03/100
CMS Quality Rating
3016 LONGTOWN COMMONS DR STE 301, COLUMBIA, SC 29229(803) 936-7450 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 11, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 11, 2022, Jul 28, 2021, Sep 21, 2020 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Venkata Sai B Chinnakotla Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. VENKATA SAI B CHINNAKOTLA MD (NPI 1033559604) is an individual endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism provider in Columbia, South Carolina, licensed in Missouri (2016031052) and active in the NPI registry since June 2013. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Columbia.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1033559604
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RE0101X
Provider Legal NameDR. VENKATA SAI B CHINNAKOTLACredential: MD
Location Address3016 LONGTOWN COMMONS DR STE 301Columbia, SC 29229-7864
Mailing AddressPo Box 843966Kansas City, MO 64184-3966 · (573) 884-3300 · Fax (573) 884-0943
Phone(803) 936-7450
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateJune 27, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 11, 20225 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 1, 2022
✔ NPI 1033559604 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RE0101X
License✔ Licensed in MO · 2016031052
Definition
An internist who concentrates on disorders of the internal (endocrine) glands such as the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also deals with disorders such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary diseases and menstrual and sexual problems.
3016 LONGTOWN COMMONS DR STE 301, Columbia, SC 29229
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1103 Summit Centre DrColumbia, SC 29229-7613 · Phone (803) 936-7450

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Venkata Sai B Chinnakotla Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID4789818907
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210609002165
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 9

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
299 services180 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
269 services181 patients
Blood glucose (sugar) test performed by hand-held instrument 82962
A blood glucose test uses a handheld device to measure the amount of sugar in your blood. A small prick on your finger allows a drop of blood to be placed on a test strip, which is then read by the device. This helps monitor and manage diabetes effectively.
209 services110 patients
Hemoglobin a1c level 83036
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.
149 services92 patients
Continuous monitoring of blood sugar level in tissue fluid using sensor under skin with interpretation and report 95251
This procedure involves placing a small sensor under your skin to continuously monitor your blood sugar levels in tissue fluid. The data is interpreted and a report is generated to help manage your diabetes more effectively.
147 services73 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
106 services106 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Lexington Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · West Columbia, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number420073
Location2720 Sunset BlvdWest Columbia, SC 29169 · Lexington County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29229 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$124.04 typical visit price
range $53.57 – $163.84
Typical copayment $31.01 (range $13.39 – $40.96)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.12 typical visit price
range $16.96 – $133.52
Typical copayment $23.78 (range $4.24 – $33.38)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

83.03/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality80.45
Promoting Interoperability89
Improvement Activities40
Cost72.17

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
8 suppliers165 claims165 services$185.99 avg. paid by Medicare
Receiver (monitor), dedicated, for use with therapeutic glucose continuous monitor system K0554
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
3 suppliers16 claims16 services$204.44 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Venkata Chinnakotla's NPI number?

The NPI number for Venkata Chinnakotla is 1033559604. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 27, 2013.

Where is Venkata Chinnakotla located?

Venkata Chinnakotla practices at 3016 Longtown Commons Dr Ste 301, Columbia, SC 29229. The listed phone number is (803) 936-7450.

What is Venkata Chinnakotla's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism, with taxonomy code 207RE0101X.

Is Venkata Chinnakotla enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Venkata Chinnakotla is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Venkata Chinnakotla accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, Molina Healthcare and UnitedHealthcare list Venkata Chinnakotla as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Venkata Chinnakotla affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Venkata Chinnakotla is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Venkata Chinnakotla was last updated on July 11, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.