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SUNITHA SARA JOHN MD
NPI 1114971777
Internal Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in Dallas, TX

Active since May 19, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75.27/100
CMS Quality Rating
8200 WALNUT HILL LN STE 830, DALLAS, TX 75231(214) 345-7999(214) 345-7942 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 22, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Sunitha Sara John Md NPPES

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

SUNITHA SARA JOHN MD (NPI 1114971777) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in Dallas, Texas, licensed in Texas (P6838) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas, and is a graduate of Other (2003).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1114971777
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RH0002X
Provider Legal NameSUNITHA SARA JOHNCredential: MD
Location Address8200 WALNUT HILL LN STE 830Dallas, TX 75231-4426
Mailing Address8200 Walnut Hill Ln Ste 830Dallas, TX 75231-4426 · (214) 345-7999 · Fax (214) 345-7942
Phone(214) 345-7999
Fax(214) 345-7942
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2003
Enumeration DateMay 19, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 22, 2020
✔ NPI 1114971777 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RH0002X
License✔ Licensed in TX · P6838
Definition
An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License P6838 (TX)
8200 WALNUT HILL LN STE 830, Dallas, TX 75231
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections 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

Sunitha Sara John 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 ID9638175300
PECOS Enrollment IDI20130829000537
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 4

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.

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.
48 services47 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.
29 services29 patients
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.
24 services20 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99221
Initial hospital inpatient care refers to the first day of your stay in the hospital. This service typically includes a 30-minute check-up with a healthcare professional. They'll assess your health, discuss your condition, and plan your treatment. It's part of ensuring you receive the best possible care.
16 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas

Acute Care Hospitals · Dallas, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450462
Location8200 Walnut Hill LaneDallas, TX 75231 · Dallas County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano

Acute Care Hospitals · Plano, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450771
Location6200 W Parker RdPlano, TX 75093 · Collin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Allen

Acute Care Hospitals · Allen, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Federal
CMS Certification Number450840
Location1105 Central Expressway NorthAllen, TX 75013 · Collin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

75.27/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality68.07
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost49.5

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 14

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

GHAZI TALIB KHAN
Internal Medicine
8200 WALNUT HILL LN STE 830
DALLAS, TX 75231
Dallas County (214) 345-7999
MUSA G VARWANI MD
Internal Medicine
8200 WALNUT HILL LN STE 830
DALLAS, TX 75231
Dallas County (214) 345-7999
DR. FAROUK TALAKSHI M.D.
Internal Medicine
8200 WALNUT HILL LN STE 830
DALLAS, TX 75231
Dallas County (214) 345-7999
DR. ROHAN KANADE MD
Internal Medicine
8200 WALNUT HILL LN STE 830
DALLAS, TX 75231
Dallas County (214) 345-7999
SIGY JACOB CHATHANATT DO
Family Medicine (Hospice and Palliative Medicine)
8200 WALNUT HILL LN STE 830
DALLAS, TX 75231
Dallas County (214) 345-7999
BONNIE KOBILANSKY NP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
8200 WALNUT HILL LN STE 830
DALLAS, TX 75231
Dallas County (214) 345-7999
DR. JOHN THOMAS RUFFINO MD
Internal Medicine
8200 WALNUT HILL LN STE 830
DALLAS, TX 75231
Dallas County (214) 345-7999
ALEX RYNE BYRD DO
Internal Medicine
8200 WALNUT HILL LN STE 830
DALLAS, TX 75231
Dallas County (214) 345-7999

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 Sunitha John's NPI number?

The NPI number for Sunitha John is 1114971777. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 19, 2006.

Where is Sunitha John located?

Sunitha John practices at 8200 Walnut Hill Ln Ste 830, Dallas, TX 75231. The listed phone number is (214) 345-7999.

What is Sunitha John's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RH0002X.

Is Sunitha John enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Sunitha John 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 Sunitha John accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Ambetter of Oklahoma and 1 other insurer list Sunitha John 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 Sunitha John affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Sunitha John is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano and Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Allen.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Sunitha John was last updated on January 22, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.