DR. PERINKULAM V VISWANATHAN MD
NPI 1194791434
Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease in Monroeville, PA

Q: What is Perinkulam Viswanathan's NPI number?

The NPI number for Perinkulam Viswanathan is 1194791434. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 27, 2006.

Q: What is Perinkulam Viswanathan's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Cardiovascular Disease, with taxonomy code 207RC0000X.

Active since February 27, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

93.25/100

CMS Quality Rating

125 DAUGHERTY DR STE 301, MONROEVILLE, PA 15146(412) 856-4666(412) 856-6907 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 15, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

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About Dr. Perinkulam V Viswanathan Md NPPES

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

DR. PERINKULAM V VISWANATHAN MD (NPI 1194791434) is an individual cardiovascular disease provider in Monroeville, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD073472L) and active in the NPI registry since February 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System, and is a graduate of Other (1990).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1194791434

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RC0000X

Provider Legal NameDR. PERINKULAM V VISWANATHANCredential: MD

Location Address125 DAUGHERTY DR STE 301Monroeville, PA 15146-2749

Mailing Address125 Daugherty Drive, Suite 301Monroeville, PA 15146 · (412) 856-4666

Phone(412) 856-4666

Fax(412) 856-6907

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1990

Enumeration DateFebruary 27, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateMarch 15, 2024

NPPES CertifiedMarch 15, 2024

✔ NPI 1194791434 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RC0000X

License✔ Licensed in PA · MD073472L

Definition

An internist who specializes in diseases of the heart and blood vessels and manages complex cardiac conditions such as heart attacks and life-threatening, abnormal heartbeat rhythms.

125 DAUGHERTY DR STE 301, Monroeville, PA 15146

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Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid001857772PA

Medicaid0018577720007PA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Perinkulam V Viswanathan 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 ID1759282494

PECOS Enrollment IDI20040116000104

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 13

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.

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010

A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.

1,407 services1,036 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.

491 services174 patients

Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function 93306

This is a heart ultrasound, also known as an echocardiogram. It uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart, showing how blood flows through it. The color depicts the blood flow's speed and direction. It also checks the heart's valves to ensure they're working properly.

313 services296 patients

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.

145 services123 patients

Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with supervision by physician 93016

An exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG involves monitoring your heart's activity while it's under stress, either from exercise or medication. A doctor supervises the entire procedure to ensure safety and accuracy in results. This test helps detect heart problems.

109 services107 patients

Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with review by physician 93018

An exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG is a procedure to assess how your heart functions under stress. It can involve exercising or medication to make your heart work harder while an ECG records its activity. A physician reviews the results.

108 services106 patients

Nuclear medicine studies of heart muscle at rest and with stress and spect 78452

Nuclear medicine studies of the heart involve two parts: rest and stress. During rest, images are taken of your heart at ease. During stress, images are taken after exercise or medication-induced stress. SPECT is a special imaging technique providing 3D pictures of your heart, helping identify any issues.

84 services84 patients

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000

An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.

36 services24 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.

32 services21 patients

Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238

Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.

20 services18 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.

19 services17 patients

Electrocardiogram (ecg) 2-day continuous with review by health care professional 93227

An Electrocardiogram (ECG) is a test that checks your heart's activity. The 2-day continuous ECG records your heart's rhythm non-stop for 48 hours. It helps to detect irregularities that may not occur during a shorter test. A healthcare professional will review the results to identify any issues.

17 services17 patients

Electrocardiogram (ecg) up to 30 days continuous with symptom monitoring, transmission and review and report by health care professional 93272

An Electrocardiogram (ECG) is a test that records the electrical activity of your heart. For up to 30 days, a device will continuously monitor your heart's rhythm, noting any symptoms. The data is sent to a healthcare professional who reviews it and provides a report on your heart health.

14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System

Acute Care Hospitals · Pittsburgh, PA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other

CMS Certification Number390114

Location300 Halket StreetPittsburgh, PA 15213 · Allegheny County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Excela Health Westmoreland Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Greensburg, PA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other

CMS Certification Number390145

Location532 West Pittsburgh StreetGreensburg, PA 15601 · Westmoreland County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside

Acute Care Hospitals · Pittsburgh, PA

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number390164

Location200 Lothrop StreetPittsburgh, PA 15213 · Allegheny County

Emergency services

Forbes Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Monroeville, PA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number390267

Location2570 Haymaker RoadMonroeville, PA 15146 · Allegheny County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Upmc East

Acute Care Hospitals · Monroeville, PA

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number390328

Location2775 Mosside BoulevardMonroeville, PA 15146 · Allegheny County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 15146 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

$126.34 typical visit price

range $54.64 – $166.87

Typical copayment $31.58 (range $13.66 – $41.71)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$68.36 typical visit price

range $17.33 – $135.84

Typical copayment $17.09 (range $4.33 – $33.96)

Most-billed visit code 99213

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.

93.25/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

88.97

Improvement Activities

Cost

81.44

Reported Quality Measures

Care Plan

Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…

75%258 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%

Medication Reconciliation Post-Discharge

The percentage of discharges from any inpatient facility (e.g. hospital, skilled nursing facility, or rehabilitation facility) for patients 18 years and older of age seen within 30 days following discharge in the office by the physician, prescribing…

Patients 65+: 86% · 22 patients

88%24 patients

Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan

Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…

52%48 patients3/55-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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

SPECIALISTS IN CARDIOVASCULAR MEDICINE, PC

Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)

125 DAUGHERTY DR STE 301
MONROEVILLE, PA 15146

Allegheny County (412) 856-4666

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 Perinkulam Viswanathan's NPI number?

The NPI number for Perinkulam Viswanathan is 1194791434. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 27, 2006.

Where is Perinkulam Viswanathan located?

Perinkulam Viswanathan practices at 125 Daugherty Dr Ste 301, Monroeville, PA 15146. The listed phone number is (412) 856-4666.

What is Perinkulam Viswanathan's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Cardiovascular Disease, with taxonomy code 207RC0000X.

Is Perinkulam Viswanathan enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Perinkulam Viswanathan 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 Perinkulam Viswanathan accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware and Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan list Perinkulam Viswanathan 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 Perinkulam Viswanathan affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Perinkulam Viswanathan is affiliated with Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System, Excela Health Westmoreland Regional Hospital, Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside, Forbes Hospital and Upmc East.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Perinkulam Viswanathan was last updated on March 15, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.