PALLAVI SUNKARA M.D
NPI 1184902348
Internal Medicine in Baton Rouge, LA

Active since July 21, 2011PECOS Enrolled
17000 MEDICAL CENTER DR, BATON ROUGE, LA 70816(225) 236-5932(225) 236-5504 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 21, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Pallavi Sunkara M.d NPPES

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

PALLAVI SUNKARA M.D (NPI 1184902348) is an individual internal medicine provider in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (MD.204784) and active in the NPI registry since July 2011. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1184902348
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NamePALLAVI SUNKARACredential: M.D
Location Address17000 MEDICAL CENTER DRBaton Rouge, LA 70816-3246
Mailing Address5855 Citrus Blvd, Apt# 213Harahan, LA 70123-5876 · (716) 598-6488
Fax(225) 236-5504
Sole ProprietorYes
Enumeration DateJuly 21, 2011
NPI 1184902348 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in LA · MD.204784
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
17000 MEDICAL CENTER DR, Baton Rouge, LA 70816

Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Pallavi Peddu

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 (PECOS)

Pallavi Sunkara M.d is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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.

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.
79 services71 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.
57 services29 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.
45 services44 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.
43 services26 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70816 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
$124.60 typical visit price
range $53.43 – $164.73
Typical copayment $31.15 (range $13.35 – $41.18)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.09 typical visit price
range $16.64 – $133.62
Typical copayment $23.77 (range $4.16 – $33.40)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

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

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
1 supplier23 claims23 services$14.90 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable oxygen contents, gaseous, 1 month's supply = 1 unit E0443
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
1 supplier27 claims29 services$39.24 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier23 claims23 services$62.21 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

Obstetrics & Gynecology
17000 MEDICAL CENTER DR
BATON ROUGE, LA 70816
Physician Assistant
17000 MEDICAL CENTER DR
BATON ROUGE, LA 70816
Nurse Practitioner
17000 MEDICAL CENTER DR
BATON ROUGE, LA 70816
Internal Medicine
17000 MEDICAL CENTER DR
BATON ROUGE, LA 70816
Pharmacist
17000 MEDICAL CENTER DR
BATON ROUGE, LA 70816
General Acute Care Hospital
17000 MEDICAL CENTER DR
BATON ROUGE, LA 70816
Hospitalist
17000 MEDICAL CENTER DR
BATON ROUGE, LA 70816
Emergency Medicine
17000 MEDICAL CENTER DR, DEPARTMENT OF EMERGENCY MEDICINE
BATON ROUGE, LA 70816

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 Pallavi Sunkara's NPI number?

The NPI number for Pallavi Sunkara is 1184902348. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 21, 2011. The provider is also known as Pallavi Peddu.

Where is Pallavi Sunkara located?

Pallavi Sunkara practices at 17000 Medical Center Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70816. The listed phone number is (225) 236-5932.

What is Pallavi Sunkara's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Pallavi Sunkara enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Pallavi Sunkara is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Pallavi Sunkara accept?

Health plans from HMO Louisiana list Pallavi Sunkara 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Pallavi Sunkara was last updated on July 21, 2011. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.