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DR. ALAKANANDA NAGARAJ M.D.
NPI 1265533913
Internal Medicine in Maple Grove, MN

Active since September 26, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
16920 81ST PL N, MAPLE GROVE, MN 55311(763) 416-5193 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 6, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 6, 2023, Oct 26, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. Alakananda Nagaraj M.d. NPPES

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

DR. ALAKANANDA NAGARAJ M.D. (NPI 1265533913) is an individual internal medicine provider in Maple Grove, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (48714) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with North Memorial Health Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Mankato.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1265533913
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. ALAKANANDA NAGARAJCredential: M.D.
Location Address16920 81ST PL NMaple Grove, MN 55311-1780
Mailing Address16920 81st Pl NMaple Grove, MN 55311-1780 · (763) 416-5193
Phone(763) 416-5193
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2003
Enumeration DateSeptember 26, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 6, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 6, 2023
✔ NPI 1265533913 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in MN · 48714✔ Licensed in IL · 036-110309✔ Licensed in WI · 47657-020
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.
16920 81ST PL N, Maple Grove, MN 55311
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11025 Marsh StMankato, MN 56001-4752 · Phone (507) 625-4031

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. Alakananda Nagaraj 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 ID2163312828
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070424000670
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

7

Medicare enrollment records show Alakananda Nagaraj reassigns Medicare billing to 7 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

North Memorial Health Care
2.2 mi
Oncology
9825 HOSPITAL DR STE 11
Maple Grove, MN 55369
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
  • 540 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1285648295 (763) 581-2800
Fairview Clinics
2.2 mi
Primary Care
6320 WEDGEWOOD RD N
Maple Grove, MN 55311
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
  • 2,302 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1790977486 (763) 268-0400
Fairview Express Care
2.7 mi
Medical Oncology
14500 99TH AVE N, STE LL200
Maple Grove, MN 55369
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
  • 3,633 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1255105011 (855) 324-7843
Fairview Health Services
16 mi
General Acute Care Hospital
2450 RIVERSIDE AVE
Minneapolis, MN 55454
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
  • 4,038 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1013994359 (612) 672-6000
Healtheast Medical Research Institute
17 mi
Family Medicine
2680 SNELLING AVE N, SUITE 200
Roseville, MN 55113
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
  • 2,361 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1053620187 (651) 326-1800
Mayo Clinic Health System-Lake City
74 mi
Critical Access
500 W GRANT ST
Lake City, MN 55041
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
  • 675 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1538113022 (651) 345-3321
Regency Hospital Of Minneapolis, LLC
Long Term Care Hospital
1300 HIDDEN LAKES PKWY
Golden Valley, MN 55422
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
  • 77 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1770585382 (763) 588-2750

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 5

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.
254 services125 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.
79 services75 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.
62 services60 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.
28 services27 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.
14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

North Memorial Health Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Robbinsdale, MN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240001
Location3300 Oakdale NorthRobbinsdale, MN 55422 · Hennepin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Maple Grove Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Maple Grove, MN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240214
Location9875 Hospital DriveMaple Grove, MN 55369 · Hennepin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55311 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
$127.61 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $168.28
Typical copayment $31.90 (range $14.00 – $42.07)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$98.61 typical visit price
range $18.32 – $138.04
Typical copayment $24.65 (range $4.58 – $34.51)
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 4

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

Enteral feeding supply kit; pump fed, per day, includes but not limited to feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, tape B4035
Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N
1 supplier12 claims364 services$4.29 avg. paid by Medicare
Home ventilator, any type, used with invasive interface, (e.g., tracheostomy tube) E0465
DME-Other DME · category DE005N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$922.57 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
4 suppliers24 claims24 services$65.73 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; home compressor used to fill portable oxygen cylinders; includes portable containers, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing K0738
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
2 suppliers20 claims20 services$35.50 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Alakananda Nagaraj's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alakananda Nagaraj is 1265533913. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 26, 2006.

Where is Alakananda Nagaraj located?

Alakananda Nagaraj practices at 16920 81st Pl N, Maple Grove, MN 55311. The listed phone number is (763) 416-5193.

What is Alakananda Nagaraj's specialty?

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

Is Alakananda Nagaraj enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alakananda Nagaraj 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 Alakananda Nagaraj's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Alakananda Nagaraj reassigns Medicare benefits to 7 organizations: North Memorial Health Care (Maple Grove, MN), Fairview Clinics (Maple Grove, MN), Fairview Express Care (Maple Grove, MN), Fairview Health Services (Minneapolis, MN), Healtheast Medical Research Institute (Roseville, MN) and 2 more organizations, listed in the Medicare section above. 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 Alakananda Nagaraj's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Alakananda Nagaraj affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Alakananda Nagaraj is affiliated with North Memorial Health Hospital and Maple Grove Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Alakananda Nagaraj was last updated on July 6, 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.