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HARIKRISHNA CHOUDARY PONNAM MD
NPI 1073922316
Internal Medicine in Cleveland, OH

Active since August 12, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2475 E 22ND ST STE 120, CLEVELAND, OH 44115(216) 431-1500 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 24, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 24, 2022, Dec 23, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Harikrishna Choudary Ponnam Md NPPES

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

HARIKRISHNA CHOUDARY PONNAM MD (NPI 1073922316) is an individual internal medicine provider in Cleveland, Ohio, licensed in Ohio (35.128164) and active in the NPI registry since August 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Summa Health System, and is a graduate of Other (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1073922316
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameHARIKRISHNA CHOUDARY PONNAMCredential: MD
Location Address2475 E 22ND ST STE 120Cleveland, OH 44115-3221
Mailing AddressPo Box 932127Cleveland, OH 44193-0008 · (216) 431-1500
Phone(216) 431-1500
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2005
Enumeration DateAugust 12, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 24, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 24, 2022
✔ NPI 1073922316 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in OH · 35.128164
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
2475 E 22ND ST STE 120, Cleveland, OH 44115
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include CareSource, MedMutual, Molina Healthcare.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Harikrishna Choudary Ponnam 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 ID5193024776
PECOS Enrollment IDI20160503001803
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

4

Medicare enrollment records show Harikrishna Choudary Ponnam reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Nurse Practitioner Health Services, LLC
16 mi
Primary Care
15400 PEARL RD STE 238
Strongsville, OH 44136
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Ohio enrollment
  • 24 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1104181338 (440) 879-1108
4M Hospitalist Services, LLC
30 mi
Internal Medicine
525 E MARKET ST
Akron, OH 44304
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Ohio enrollment
  • 259 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1508288531 (844) 474-4019
Santibanez Pac Ohio Inc
36 mi
Geriatric Medicine
275 E SUNSET DR
Rittman, OH 44270
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Ohio enrollment
  • 64 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1245005842 (330) 927-2060
Usacs Integrated Acute Care Services Of Ohio, LLC
156 mi
Internal Medicine
100 MEDICAL CENTER DR
Springfield, OH 45504
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Ohio enrollment
  • 494 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1043805690 (844) 474-4019

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 8

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
247 services124 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
187 services90 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
118 services111 patients
Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 50 minutes or more 99306
An initial nursing facility visit is your first meeting with your healthcare team at a nursing facility. Lasting typically 45 minutes, this appointment involves a comprehensive health assessment and the creation of your personalized care plan. It's a crucial step to ensure your health and well-being.
61 services55 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
39 services39 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
27 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Summa Health System

Acute Care Hospitals · Akron, OH
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number360020
Location525 East Market StreetAkron, OH 44309 · Summit County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Lutheran Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Cleveland, OH
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number360087
Location1730 West 25th StreetCleveland, OH 44113 · Cuyahoga County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 44115 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
$126.12 typical visit price
range $54.34 – $166.65
Typical copayment $31.53 (range $13.58 – $41.66)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$96.44 typical visit price
range $17.10 – $135.40
Typical copayment $24.11 (range $4.27 – $33.85)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
10 suppliers22 claims52 services$6.26 avg. paid by Medicare
Nebulizer, with compressor E0570
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier23 claims23 services$4.36 avg. paid by Medicare
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
3 suppliers14 claims14 services$189.03 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

ST VINCENT CHARITY MEDICAL CENTER
Clinic/Center (Primary Care)
2475 E 22ND ST STE 120
CLEVELAND, OH 44115
Cuyahoga County (216) 431-1500
WISSAM KHOURY DPM LLC
Podiatrist
2475 E 22ND ST STE 120
CLEVELAND, OH 44115
Cuyahoga County (216) 367-9444
DR. MOHAMMED KHORSHED ALAM MAZUMDER MD
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
2475 E 22ND ST STE 120
CLEVELAND, OH 44115
Cuyahoga County (216) 431-1500

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 Harikrishna Choudary Ponnam's NPI number?

The NPI number for Harikrishna Choudary Ponnam is 1073922316. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 12, 2014.

Where is Harikrishna Choudary Ponnam located?

Harikrishna Choudary Ponnam practices at 2475 E 22nd St Ste 120, Cleveland, OH 44115. The listed phone number is (216) 431-1500.

What is Harikrishna Choudary Ponnam's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Harikrishna Choudary Ponnam enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Harikrishna Choudary Ponnam 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Harikrishna Choudary Ponnam's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Harikrishna Choudary Ponnam reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: Nurse Practitioner Health Services, LLC (Strongsville, OH), 4M Hospitalist Services, LLC (Akron, OH), Santibanez Pac Ohio Inc (Rittman, OH) and Usacs Integrated Acute Care Services Of Ohio, LLC (Springfield, OH). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Harikrishna Choudary Ponnam's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Harikrishna Choudary Ponnam accept?

Health plans from CareSource, MedMutual and Molina Healthcare list Harikrishna Choudary Ponnam 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 Harikrishna Choudary Ponnam affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Harikrishna Choudary Ponnam is affiliated with Summa Health System and Lutheran Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Harikrishna Choudary Ponnam was last updated on February 24, 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.