LEKHA SUNKARA DEERE M.D.
NPI 1083025324
Internal Medicine - Critical Care Medicine in Jackson, MS

Active since May 08, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
69.83/100
CMS Quality Rating
2500 N STATE ST, JACKSON, MS 39216(601) 815-2005 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 9, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 9, 2021, Jul 17, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About Lekha Sunkara Deere M.d. NPPES

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

LEKHA SUNKARA DEERE M.D. (NPI 1083025324) is an individual critical care medicine provider in Jackson, Mississippi, licensed in Mississippi (27705) and active in the NPI registry since May 2014. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Of Mississippi Med Center, and is a graduate of Other (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1083025324
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RC0200X
Provider Legal NameLEKHA SUNKARA DEERECredential: M.D.
Location Address2500 N STATE STJackson, MS 39216-4500
Mailing Address504 Clinton Center Drive, Cbo-suite 4300Clinton, MS 39056-5610 · (601) 496-9494 · Fax (601) 815-0434
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateMay 8, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateApril 9, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 19, 2021
NPI 1083025324 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Critical Care MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RC0200X
License Licensed in MS · 27705
Definition

An internist who diagnoses, treats and supports patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.

2500 N STATE ST, Jackson, MS 39216

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Lekha Sunkara Deere M.d. 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 ID547553430
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200728000611
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 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 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.
125 services41 patients
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.
54 services42 patients
Test to measure rate of airflow 94375
This test, known as spirometry, measures how much air you can breathe in and out, and how quickly you can do so. It helps assess your lung function and can be used to diagnose or monitor conditions like asthma or COPD.
26 services26 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.
14 services14 patients
Test to determine lung volumes using sensors 94726
This test, called spirometry, measures lung capacity using sensors. You breathe into a mouthpiece attached to a device that records the amount and rate of air you inhale and exhale. It helps diagnose and monitor lung conditions.
11 services11 patients
Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases 94729
This is a test called a pulmonary function test, which helps understand the efficiency of your lungs. It measures how much air your lungs can hold, how quickly you can move air in and out of your lungs, and how well your lungs put oxygen into and remove carbon dioxide from your blood.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

University Of Mississippi Med Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Jackson, MS
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number250001
Location2500 N State StJackson, MS 39216 · Hinds County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Merit Health Madison

Acute Care Hospitals · Canton, MS
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number250038
Location161 River Oaks DriveCanton, MS 39046 · Madison County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 39216 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
$120.41 typical visit price
range $51.65 – $159.18
Typical copayment $30.10 (range $12.91 – $39.79)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$92.20 typical visit price
range $16.15 – $129.61
Typical copayment $23.05 (range $4.03 – $32.40)
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.

69.83/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality56.08
Promoting Interoperability83
Improvement Activities40
Cost48.31

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

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

Nebulizer, with compressor E0570
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
2 suppliers48 claims48 services$4.87 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 20

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

Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology)
2500 N STATE ST
JACKSON, MS 39216
Anesthesiology
2500 N STATE ST
JACKSON, MS 39216
Anesthesiology
2500 N STATE ST
JACKSON, MS 39216
Obstetrics & Gynecology
2500 N STATE ST
JACKSON, MS 39216
Emergency Medicine
2500 N STATE ST
JACKSON, MS 39216
Dentist
2500 N STATE ST
JACKSON, MS 39216
Anesthesiology
2500 N STATE ST
JACKSON, MS 39216
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
2500 N STATE ST
JACKSON, MS 39216

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 Lekha Deere's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lekha Deere is 1083025324. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 8, 2014.

Where is Lekha Deere located?

Lekha Deere practices at 2500 N State St, Jackson, MS 39216. The listed phone number is (601) 815-2005.

What is Lekha Deere's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Critical Care Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RC0200X.

Is Lekha Deere enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lekha Deere 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 Lekha Deere accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of Tennessee list Lekha Deere 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 Lekha Deere affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Lekha Deere is affiliated with University Of Mississippi Med Center and Merit Health Madison.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Lekha Deere was last updated on April 9, 2021. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.