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DR. VASANTHA KUTHALINGAM KUMAR M.D.
NPI 1124084959
Anesthesiology - Pain Medicine in Canton, OH

Active since April 21, 2006PECOS Enrolled
1320 MERCY DR NW, CANTON, OH 44708(330) 489-1478(330) 430-2717 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 13, 2026, Mar 5, 2021, Dec 7, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. Vasantha Kuthalingam Kumar M.d. NPPES

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

DR. VASANTHA KUTHALINGAM KUMAR M.D. (NPI 1124084959) is an individual pain medicine provider in Canton, Ohio, licensed in Ohio (35075830) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Holzer Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (1986).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1124084959
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207LP2900X
Provider Legal NameDR. VASANTHA KUTHALINGAM KUMARCredential: M.D.
Location Address1320 MERCY DR NWCanton, OH 44708-2614
Mailing Address90 Jackson PikeGallipolis, OH 45631-1562 · (740) 446-5387
Phone(330) 489-1478
Fax(330) 430-2717
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1986
Enumeration DateApril 21, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 13, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 13, 2026
✔ NPI 1124084959 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiology · Pain MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207LP2900X
Licenses✔ Licensed in OH · 35075830✔ Licensed in IN · 01056949A
Definition
An anesthesiologist who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic and/or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs are also coordinated with other specialists.
1320 MERCY DR NW, Canton, OH 44708
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Group Practice 1

Group TaxonomyThis provider is a business group of one or more individual practitioners, who practice with different areas of specialization.193200000X MULTI-SPECIALTY GROUP

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Antidote Health Plan of Ohio, Inc., CareSource and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. Vasantha Kuthalingam Kumar M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID8921083239
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040622001271
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 Vasantha Kumar reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

The Cleveland Clinic Foundation
49 mi
General Acute Care Hospital
9500 EUCLID AVE
Cleveland, OH 44195
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Ohio enrollment
  • 7,608 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1679525919 (216) 444-2200
Mercy Health Physicians Cincinnati, LLC
192 mi
Family Medicine
4600 MCAULEY PL STE 600
Blue Ash, OH 45242
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Kentucky enrollment
  • 23 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1205887023 (513) 952-5210
Indiana University Health Southern Indiana Physicians, LLC
290 mi
Multi-Specialty
2651 E DISCOVERY PKWY
Bloomington, IN 47408
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Indiana enrollment
  • 783 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1013953983 (812) 353-5252

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 11

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.

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.
121 services68 patients
Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance 62323
This procedure involves injecting a substance into your lower spine canal, guided by real-time images. It's done to diagnose or treat various conditions. You may feel slight discomfort, but it's generally safe and can provide valuable information for your treatment plan.
87 services66 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
78 services56 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.
60 services36 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
52 services36 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
50 services50 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Holzer Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Gallipolis, OH
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number360054
Location100 Jackson PikeGallipolis, OH 45631 · Gallia County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mercy Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Canton, OH
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number360070
Location1320 Mercy Drive NWCanton, OH 44708 · Stark County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Holzer Medical Center Jackson

Critical Access Hospitals · Jackson, OH
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number361320
Location500 Burlington RoadJackson, OH 45640 · Jackson County
Emergency services

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.

AMANDA G GILLIS CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1320 MERCY DR NW
CANTON, OH 44708
Stark County (330) 489-1000
MEGAN ROSE LYDEN RDN, LD
Dietitian, Registered
1320 MERCY DR NW
CANTON, OH 44708
Stark County (330) 588-4855
LAUREL DEVOE RDN, LD
Dietitian, Registered
1320 MERCY DR NW
CANTON, OH 44708
Stark County (330) 489-1000
DR. AIDA SAFAR MD
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
1320 MERCY DR NW
CANTON, OH 44708
Stark County (330) 489-1000
AMY INDORF MD
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
1320 MERCY DR NW
CANTON, OH 44708
Stark County (330) 580-4706
MRS. JANE ANN ERLITZ
Occupational Therapist
1320 MERCY DR NW
CANTON, OH 44708
Stark County (330) 489-1490
LOIS R MILOSEVIC CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1320 MERCY DR NW
CANTON, OH 44708
Stark County (330) 489-1111
DR. CHRISTOPHER MICHAEL HAUGER I D.O.
Internal Medicine (Hospice and Palliative Medicine)
1320 MERCY DR NW
CANTON, OH 44708
Stark County (330) 430-2788

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 Vasantha Kumar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Vasantha Kumar is 1124084959. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 21, 2006.

Where is Vasantha Kumar located?

Vasantha Kumar practices at 1320 Mercy Dr NW, Canton, OH 44708. The listed phone number is (330) 489-1478.

What is Vasantha Kumar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology, specializing in Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 207LP2900X.

Is Vasantha Kumar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Vasantha Kumar is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Vasantha Kumar's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Vasantha Kumar reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: The Cleveland Clinic Foundation (Cleveland, OH), Mercy Health Physicians Cincinnati, LLC (Blue Ash, OH) and Indiana University Health Southern Indiana Physicians, LLC (Bloomington, IN). 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 Vasantha Kumar's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Vasantha Kumar accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Antidote Health Plan of Ohio, Inc., CareSource, Cigna Healthcare and MedMutual and 1 other insurer list Vasantha Kumar 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 Vasantha Kumar affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Vasantha Kumar is affiliated with Holzer Medical Center, Mercy Medical Center and Holzer Medical Center Jackson.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Vasantha Kumar was last updated on August 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.