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DR. PREETI LEKHRA M.D.
NPI 1194052266
Family Medicine in Hernando, FL

Active since November 11, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
86.37/100
CMS Quality Rating
2400 N ESSEX AVE, HERNANDO, FL 34442(352) 513-4276(352) 513-5843 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 23, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: May 23, 2023, Nov 11, 2021, Oct 26, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. Preeti Lekhra M.d. NPPES

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

DR. PREETI LEKHRA M.D. (NPI 1194052266) is an individual family medicine provider in Hernando, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME113395) and active in the NPI registry since November 2009. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hca Florida Citrus Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Crystal River.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1194052266
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. PREETI LEKHRACredential: M.D.
Location Address2400 N ESSEX AVEHernando, FL 34442-5320
Mailing AddressPo Box 20989Belfast, ME 04915-4106 · (352) 606-2739
Phone(352) 513-4276
Fax(352) 513-5843
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateNovember 11, 2009
Last NPPES UpdateMay 23, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 23, 2023
✔ NPI 1194052266 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in FL · ME113395
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
2400 N ESSEX AVE, Hernando, FL 34442
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 17006 W Gulf To Lake HwyCrystal River, FL 34429-7838 · Phone (352) 795-3872 · Fax (352) 795-3876

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid010127700FL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama, Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL) and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Preeti Lekhra 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 ID143414425
PECOS Enrollment IDI20130607000218
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

2

Medicare enrollment records show Preeti Lekhra reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Bikkasani Ram Hellstern And Chandrupatla Mdpa
6.6 mi
Gastroenterology
6410 W GULF TO LAKE HWY
Crystal River, FL 34429
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 19 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1366651531 (352) 563-2450
Tampa General Medical Group Inc
49 mi
Family Medicine
19027 WINGSHOOTER WAY
Lutz, FL 33558
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 419 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1407698566 (813) 660-7900

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 8

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.
335 services174 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
94 services94 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.
69 services53 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
28 services24 patients
Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0444
An annual depression screening is a short, routine evaluation to check for signs of depression. It involves answering a series of questions about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. The process takes about 15 minutes and helps detect depression early for better management.
27 services27 patients
Annual alcohol misuse screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0442
An annual alcohol misuse screening is a 15-minute check-up to assess your drinking habits. It helps identify if you're consuming alcohol in a way that could harm your health. This is not a judgment, but a tool to promote your wellbeing.
26 services26 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Hca Florida Citrus Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Inverness, FL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number100023
Location502 W Highland BlvdInverness, FL 34452 · Citrus County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Tampa General Hospital Crystal River

Acute Care Hospitals · Crystal River, FL
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100249
Location6201 N Suncoast BlvdCrystal River, FL 34428 · Citrus County

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 34442 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
$87.62 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $171.84
Typical copayment $21.90 (range $14.00 – $42.96)
Most-billed visit code 99203
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.

86.37/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality72.75
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
7 suppliers19 claims36 services$5.49 avg. paid by Medicare
Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
3 suppliers27 claims27 services$201.28 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 3

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

BROOKSVILLE HMA PHYSICIAN MANAGEMENT LLC
Surgery
2400 N ESSEX AVE
HERNANDO, FL 34442
Citrus County (352) 513-4276
TAMPA GENERAL MEDICAL GROUP INC
Family Medicine
2400 N ESSEX AVE
HERNANDO, FL 34442
Citrus County (352) 513-4276
TONI LYNETTE CLARK APRN
Nurse Practitioner
2400 N ESSEX AVE
HERNANDO, FL 34442
Citrus County (352) 513-4276

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 Preeti Lekhra's NPI number?

The NPI number for Preeti Lekhra is 1194052266. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 11, 2009.

Where is Preeti Lekhra located?

Preeti Lekhra practices at 2400 N Essex Ave, Hernando, FL 34442. The listed phone number is (352) 513-4276.

What is Preeti Lekhra's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Preeti Lekhra enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Preeti Lekhra 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Preeti Lekhra's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Preeti Lekhra reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Bikkasani Ram Hellstern And Chandrupatla Mdpa (Crystal River, FL) and Tampa General Medical Group Inc (Lutz, FL). 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 Preeti Lekhra's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Preeti Lekhra accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama, Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL), Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company) and Health First Commercial Plans, Inc. and 3 other insurers list Preeti Lekhra 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 Preeti Lekhra affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Preeti Lekhra is affiliated with Hca Florida Citrus Hospital and Tampa General Hospital Crystal River.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Preeti Lekhra was last updated on May 23, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.