VENKATA SRI HARSHA VEDANTAM MD
NPI 1255781712
Hospitalist in Kingsport, TN

Active since June 15, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
4 SHERIDAN SQ STE 200, KINGSPORT, TN 37660(423) 246-7931(423) 246-1906 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 25, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 15, 2023, Jan 8, 2020, Jun 15, 2016 (3 updates tracked since 2016).

About Venkata Sri Harsha Vedantam Md NPPES

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

VENKATA SRI HARSHA VEDANTAM MD (NPI 1255781712) is an individual hospitalist provider in Kingsport, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (59398) and active in the NPI registry since June 2016. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2015).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1255781712
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208M00000X
Provider Legal NameVENKATA SRI HARSHA VEDANTAMCredential: MD
Location Address4 SHERIDAN SQ STE 200Kingsport, TN 37660-7435
Mailing AddressPo Box 699Mountain Home, TN 37684-0699 · (423) 302-6882
Fax(423) 246-1906
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateJune 15, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 25, 20243 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 25, 2024
NPI 1255781712 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyHospitalistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208M00000X
License Licensed in TN · 59398
Definition
Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 59398 (TN)
4 SHERIDAN SQ STE 200, Kingsport, TN 37660

Other Identifiers 1

MedicaidQ043029TN

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 and accepts Medicare assignment

Venkata Sri Harsha Vedantam 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 ID5890022016
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190812001573
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 7

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 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.
142 services57 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
56 services19 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.
45 services40 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.
42 services38 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.
39 services17 patients
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.
17 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Kingsport, TN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number440017
Location130 West Ravine RoadKingsport, TN 37662 · Sullivan County
Emergency services

Johnson City Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Johnson City, TN
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number440063
Location400 N State Of Franklin RdJohnson City, TN 37604 · Washington County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37660 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
$121.80 typical visit price
range $52.64 – $160.89
Typical copayment $30.45 (range $13.16 – $40.22)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$93.60 typical visit price
range $16.72 – $131.41
Typical copayment $23.40 (range $4.18 – $32.85)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 17

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

Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)
4 SHERIDAN SQ STE 200
KINGSPORT, TN 37660
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
4 SHERIDAN SQ STE 200
KINGSPORT, TN 37660
Internal Medicine
4 SHERIDAN SQ STE 200
KINGSPORT, TN 37660
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
4 SHERIDAN SQ STE 200
KINGSPORT, TN 37660
Internal Medicine
4 SHERIDAN SQ STE 200
KINGSPORT, TN 37660
Hospitalist
4 SHERIDAN SQ STE 200
KINGSPORT, TN 37660
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
4 SHERIDAN SQ STE 200
KINGSPORT, TN 37660
Internal Medicine (Sleep Medicine)
4 SHERIDAN SQ STE 200
KINGSPORT, TN 37660

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 Venkata Vedantam's NPI number?

The NPI number for Venkata Vedantam is 1255781712. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 15, 2016.

Where is Venkata Vedantam located?

Venkata Vedantam practices at 4 Sheridan Sq Ste 200, Kingsport, TN 37660. The listed phone number is (423) 246-7931.

What is Venkata Vedantam's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Hospitalist with taxonomy code 208M00000X.

Is Venkata Vedantam enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Venkata Vedantam 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 Venkata Vedantam accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of North Carolina and 1 other insurer list Venkata Vedantam 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 Venkata Vedantam affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Venkata Vedantam is affiliated with Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center and Johnson City Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Venkata Vedantam was last updated on November 25, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 20 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.