LAJU SATCHITHANANDAM MD
NPI 1083802045
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in Lanham, MD

Active since October 04, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
80.72/100
CMS Quality Rating
8116 GOOD LUCK ROAD, SUITE 110, LANHAM, MD 20706(240) 542-3034 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 4, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Laju Satchithanandam Md NPPES

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

LAJU SATCHITHANANDAM MD (NPI 1083802045) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in Lanham, Maryland, licensed in Virginia (0101245773) and active in the NPI registry since October 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Natchitoches Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of George Washington University School Of Medicine (2003).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1083802045
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X
Provider Legal NameLAJU SATCHITHANANDAMCredential: MD
Location Address8116 GOOD LUCK ROAD, SUITE 110Lanham, MD 20706
Mailing Address8116 Good Luck Road, Suite 110Lanham, MD 20706 · (240) 542-3034
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSGeorge Washington University School Of MedicineGraduated 2003
Enumeration DateOctober 4, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 4, 2014
✔ NPI 1083802045 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085R0202X
License✔ Licensed in VA · 0101245773
Definition
A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
8116 GOOD LUCK ROAD, Lanham, MD 20706

Accepted 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

Laju Satchithanandam 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 ID7214076280
PECOS Enrollment IDI20121019000269, I20260128001638
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

3

Medicare enrollment records show Laju Satchithanandam reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Diagnostic Radiology
65 SOCKANOSSET CROSS RD
Cranston, RI 02920
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Rhode Island enrollment
  • 17 clinicians in this Medicare group
Diagnostic Radiology
211 4TH ST
Alexandria, LA 71301
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, District of Columbia and Louisiana enrollments
  • 4 clinicians in this Medicare group
Diagnostic Radiology
9250 PINECROFT DR
Shenandoah, TX 77380
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, District of Columbia enrollment
  • 13 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 51

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.

X-ray of chest, 1 view 71045
A chest X-ray, 1 view, is a quick, painless test that produces images of the structures within your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. It helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer. You'll stand in front of a machine that emits X-rays, which pass through your body to create the image.
501 services425 patients
X-ray of chest, 2 views 71046
A chest X-ray, 2 views, is a quick, painless test that creates pictures of the structures inside your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Two different angles are used to get a comprehensive view. This helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer.
390 services375 patients
Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast 74177
A CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis with contrast is an imaging procedure. A special dye, called contrast, is used to make certain areas more visible. This can help identify issues such as infections, tumors, or other abnormalities. The procedure is painless and usually takes about 30 minutes.
265 services261 patients
Ct scan of chest without contrast 71250
A CT scan of the chest without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses special X-ray equipment to produce detailed images of your chest area, including your lungs and heart. It can help diagnose conditions such as lung diseases or heart disorders. It doesn't involve any dyes or contrast agents.
262 services237 patients
Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis without contrast 74176
A CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis is a non-invasive medical test. It uses special X-ray equipment to create detailed images of your abdominal and pelvic areas. This helps doctors examine organs, tissues, and vessels. No contrast dye is used in this procedure.
213 services210 patients
X-ray of abdomen, 1 view 74018
An X-ray of the abdomen, 1 view, is a quick and painless imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the structures in your abdomen, such as the stomach, liver, and intestines. This can help identify issues like blockages, infections, or injuries.
169 services159 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Natchitoches Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Natchitoches, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number190007
Location501 Keyser AveNatchitoches, LA 71457 · Natchitoches County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Rapides Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Alexandria, LA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number190026
Location211 4th StreetAlexandria, LA 71301 · Rapides County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Minden Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Minden, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number190144
LocationNo 1 Medical PlazaMinden, LA 71055 · Webster County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Lasalle General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Jena, LA
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number190145
Location187 Ninth St/Hwy 84 WestJena, LA 71342 · Lasalle County

Hardtner Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Olla, LA
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number191315
Location1102 N Pine RoadOlla, LA 71465 · Lasalle County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 20706 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
$100.31 typical visit price
range $65.18 – $194.86
Typical copayment $25.07 (range $16.29 – $48.71)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$80.66 typical visit price
range $21.40 – $158.88
Typical copayment $20.16 (range $5.35 – $39.72)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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.

80.72/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality75
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Radiation Consideration for Adult CT: Utilization of Dose Lowering Techniques
Percentage of final reports for patients aged 18 years and older undergoing CT with documentation that one or more of the following dose reduction techniques were used: - Automated exposure control - Adjustment of the mA and/or kV according to patient size -…
100%204 patients
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

Physician Assistant (Surgical)
8116 GOOD LUCK ROAD, SUITE 215
LANHAM, MD 20706
Internal Medicine
8116 GOOD LUCK ROAD, SUITE 300
LANHAM, MD 20706

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 Laju Satchithanandam's NPI number?

The NPI number for Laju Satchithanandam is 1083802045. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 4, 2007.

Where is Laju Satchithanandam located?

Laju Satchithanandam practices at 8116 Good Luck Road Suite 110, Lanham, MD 20706. The listed phone number is (240) 542-3034.

What is Laju Satchithanandam's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0202X.

Is Laju Satchithanandam enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Laju Satchithanandam 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 Laju Satchithanandam's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Laju Satchithanandam reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: X-Ray Associates, Inc (Cranston, RI), Radiology Associates Of Southwest Louisiana (Alexandria, LA) and Singleton Associates PA (Shenandoah, TX). 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 Laju Satchithanandam's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Laju Satchithanandam accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and HMO Louisiana list Laju Satchithanandam 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 Laju Satchithanandam affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Laju Satchithanandam is affiliated with Natchitoches Regional Medical Center, Rapides Regional Medical Center, Minden Medical Center, Lasalle General Hospital and Hardtner Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Laju Satchithanandam was last updated on November 4, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.