DR. SUHAS R PINNAKA MD
NPI 1093946923
Hospitalist in Huntsville, AL

Active since July 27, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
101 SIVLEY RD SW, HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801(256) 265-3880(256) 265-3886 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 16, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 04, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 23, 2024, Nov 8, 2016, May 11, 2016 (3 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Suhas R Pinnaka Md NPPES

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

DR. SUHAS R PINNAKA MD (NPI 1093946923) is an individual hospitalist provider in Huntsville, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (35371) and active in the NPI registry since July 2009. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2022).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1093946923
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208M00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. SUHAS R PINNAKACredential: MD
Location Address101 SIVLEY RD SWHuntsville, AL 35801-4421
Mailing AddressPo Box 21007Huntsville, AL 35813-5007 · (256) 265-3880 · Fax (256) 265-3886
Fax(256) 265-3886
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2022
Enumeration DateJuly 27, 2009
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 16, 20243 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 16, 2024
✔ NPI 1093946923 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyHospitalistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208M00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in AL · 35371✔ Licensed in TN · 53987
Definition
Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.
Also ListedFamily MedicineTaxonomy 207Q00000X · License 35371 (AL), 53987 (TN)
101 SIVLEY RD SW, Huntsville, AL 35801

Other Identifiers 1

Other102I080504AL · Medicare Provider Number

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

Dr. Suhas R Pinnaka 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 ID840450391
PECOS Enrollment IDI20241124000141
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 6

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.
362 services129 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.
339 services136 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.
81 services81 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
33 services32 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
17 services17 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.
17 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Nashville, TN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number440039
Location1211 Medical Center DriveNashville, TN 37232 · Davidson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Southern Tennessee Regional Hlth System Winchester

Acute Care Hospitals · Winchester, TN
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number440058
Location185 Hospital RoadWinchester, TN 37398 · Franklin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Vanderbilt Tullahoma-Harton Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Tullahoma, TN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number440144
Location1801 N Jackson St Box 460Tullahoma, TN 37388 · Coffee County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Saint Thomas River Park Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Mcminnville, TN
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number440151
Location1559 Sparta StreetMcminnville, TN 37110 · Warren County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35801 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
$122.31 typical visit price
range $52.65 – $161.63
Typical copayment $30.57 (range $13.16 – $40.40)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$93.72 typical visit price
range $16.56 – $131.65
Typical copayment $23.43 (range $4.14 – $32.91)
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.

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.

Anesthesiology
101 SIVLEY RD SW
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Hospitalist
101 SIVLEY RD SW
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Anesthesiology
101 SIVLEY RD SW
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
101 SIVLEY RD SW
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
101 SIVLEY RD SW
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
101 SIVLEY RD SW
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
101 SIVLEY RD SW
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
101 SIVLEY RD SW
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801

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 Suhas Pinnaka's NPI number?

The NPI number for Suhas Pinnaka is 1093946923. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 27, 2009.

Where is Suhas Pinnaka located?

Suhas Pinnaka practices at 101 Sivley Rd SW, Huntsville, AL 35801. The listed phone number is (256) 265-3880.

What is Suhas Pinnaka's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Hospitalist with taxonomy code 208M00000X.

Is Suhas Pinnaka enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Suhas Pinnaka 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 Suhas Pinnaka accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama and Oscar Insurance Company list Suhas Pinnaka 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 Suhas Pinnaka affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Suhas Pinnaka is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Southern Tennessee Regional Hlth System Winchester, Vanderbilt Tullahoma-Harton Hospital and Saint Thomas River Park Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Suhas Pinnaka was last updated on October 16, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 23 months 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.