DR. GANESH K AKULA M.D
NPI 1154358109
Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease in Orlando, FL

Q: What is Ganesh Akula's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ganesh Akula is 1154358109. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 26, 2006.

Q: Where is Ganesh Akula located?

Ganesh Akula practices at 930 S Orange Ave, Orlando, FL 32806. The listed phone number is (407) 425-3362.

Q: What is Ganesh Akula's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Pulmonary Disease, with taxonomy code 207RP1001X.

Q: Is Ganesh Akula enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ganesh Akula 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.

Q: What insurance does Ganesh Akula accept?

Health plans from AvMed, Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL), Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company), Health First Commercial Plans, Inc. and Oscar Health Maintenance Organization of Florida and 1 other insurer list Ganesh Akula 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.

Q: Is Ganesh Akula affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ganesh Akula is affiliated with Orlando Health and Orlando Health-Health Central Hospital.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ganesh Akula was last updated on February 18, 2010. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 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.

Active since June 26, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

930 S ORANGE AVE, ORLANDO, FL 32806(407) 425-3362(407) 425-8824 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 18, 2010. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

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About Dr. Ganesh K Akula M.d NPPES

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

DR. GANESH K AKULA M.D (NPI 1154358109) is an individual pulmonary disease provider in Orlando, Florida, licensed in Florida (60461) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Orlando Health, and is a graduate of Other (1979).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1154358109

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RP1001X

Provider Legal NameDR. GANESH K AKULACredential: M.D

Location Address930 S ORANGE AVEOrlando, FL 32806-1203

Mailing Address930 S Orange AveOrlando, FL 32806-1203 · (407) 425-3362 · Fax (407) 425-8824

Phone(407) 425-3362

Fax(407) 425-8824

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1979

Enumeration DateJune 26, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 18, 2010

✔ NPI 1154358109 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RP1001X

License✔ Licensed in FL · 60461

Definition

An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.

930 S ORANGE AVE, Orlando, FL 32806

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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINF19487FL

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified14528FL

Medicaid0575950500FL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include AvMed, Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL), Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company) 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

Dr. Ganesh K Akula 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 ID3476728585

PECOS Enrollment IDI20120104000676

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 17

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.

1,174 services65 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.

631 services45 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.

188 services88 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.

185 services34 patients

Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume changes before and after medication administration 94060

This procedure measures how air flows in and out of your lungs. It's done before and after medication to see if the treatment improves your breathing. It's a simple, non-invasive test that involves breathing into a device called a spirometer.

51 services51 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.

51 services35 patients

Test to measure largest amount of air breathed in an out 94200

This test, called spirometry, measures your lung capacity. It involves taking a deep breath and then exhaling as forcefully as possible into a machine. The results help assess how well your lungs function.

50 services50 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.

50 services42 patients

Test to determine lung volumes using gas dilution or washout 94727

This test measures lung volumes by either diluting or washing out a known amount of gas in your lungs. You'll breathe in a harmless gas, then exhale. The exhaled air is analyzed to assess your lung capacity and function.

48 services48 patients

Inhalation treatment for airway obstruction or sputum production 94640

Inhalation treatment, also known as nebulizer therapy, helps clear airway obstructions and reduce sputum production. It involves breathing in medication through a device, turning it into a mist. This can open up the airways, making breathing easier and helping to cough out mucus.

47 services47 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.

47 services47 patients

Initial nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99305

An initial nursing facility visit per day is a service where a healthcare professional spends about 35 minutes assessing a patient's health status. This includes reviewing medical history, conducting a physical exam, and developing a care plan based on the patient's needs.

37 services35 patients

Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume changes before and after medication administration 94060

33 services29 patients

Test to determine lung volumes using gas dilution or washout 94727

33 services29 patients

Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases 94729

33 services29 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.

26 services26 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.

19 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Orlando Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Orlando, FL

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number100006

Location52 W Underwood StOrlando, FL 32806 · Orange County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Orlando Health-Health Central Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Ocoee, FL

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - State

CMS Certification Number100030

Location10000 W Colonial DrOcoee, FL 34761 · Orange County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 32806 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

$130.04 typical visit price

range $56.00 – $171.84

Typical copayment $32.51 (range $14.00 – $42.96)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$99.16 typical visit price

range $17.57 – $139.16

Typical copayment $24.79 (range $4.39 – $34.79)

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.

Reported Quality Measures

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): Long-Acting Inhaled Bronchodilator Therapy

Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a diagnosis of COPD (FEV1/FVC < 70%) and who have an FEV1 less than 60% predicted and have symptoms who were prescribed an long-acting inhaled bronchodilator

88%173 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): Spirometry Evaluation

Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a diagnosis of COPD who had spirometry results documented

76%648 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record

Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.

100%3,002 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%

e-Prescribing

At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.

65%976 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%

Health Information Exchange

The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for…

38%37 patients2/55-star benchmark: 98%

Optimal Asthma Control

Composite measure of the percentage of pediatric and adult patients whose asthma is well-controlled as demonstrated by one of three age appropriate patient reported outcome tools and not at risk for exacerbation

30%57 patients

Pain Assessment and Follow-Up

Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older with documentation of a pain assessment using a standardized tool(s) on each visit AND documentation of a follow-up plan when pain is present

24%2,890 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%

Patient-Specific Education

The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.

72%621 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%

Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults

Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine

21%703 patients1/55-star benchmark: 95%

Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for Depression and Follow-Up Plan

Percentage of patients aged 12 years and older screened for depression on the date of the encounter using an age appropriate standardized depression screening tool AND if positive, a follow-up plan is documented on the date of the positive screen

49%1,375 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%

Provide Patient Access

At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…

77%621 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 16

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

Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604