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KRISHNA RAVI CIDAMBI M.D.
NPI 1275836959
Orthopaedic Surgery - Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery in San Diego, CA

Active since December 17, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
73.62/100
CMS Quality Rating
8008 FROST ST STE 106, SAN DIEGO, CA 92123(858) 939-5434(858) 939-5471 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 9, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 9, 2023, Jul 21, 2022, Aug 17, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Krishna Ravi Cidambi M.d. NPPES

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

KRISHNA RAVI CIDAMBI M.D. (NPI 1275836959) is an individual adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgery provider in San Diego, California, licensed in California (A118350) and active in the NPI registry since December 2010. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in La Jolla, and is a graduate of University Of California, San Diego School Of Medicine (2010).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1275836959
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207XS0114X
Provider Legal NameKRISHNA RAVI CIDAMBICredential: M.D.
Location Address8008 FROST ST STE 106San Diego, CA 92123-4229
Mailing AddressPo Box 232410San Diego, CA 92193-2410 · (858) 249-6749
Phone(858) 939-5434
Fax(858) 939-5471
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of California, San Diego School Of MedicineGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateDecember 17, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 9, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 9, 2023
✔ NPI 1275836959 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic Surgery · Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207XS0114X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A118350
Definition
Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopaedic surgery, adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons deal with reconstructive procedures such as joint arthroplasty (i.e., hip and knee), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and a variety of other adult reconstructive surgical procedures.
8008 FROST ST STE 106, San Diego, CA 92123
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 19350 Campus Point DrLA Jolla, CA 92037-1300 · Phone (858) 865-7820

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Krishna Ravi Cidambi 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 ID4587942834
PECOS Enrollment IDI20161020002352
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.

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.
78 services62 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
38 services38 patients
Replacement of knee joint, both sides of knee 27447
A bilateral knee joint replacement is a procedure where the damaged parts of both your knee joints are replaced with artificial parts. It aims to relieve pain and improve mobility. The process involves a surgical operation under anesthesia.
34 services30 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
23 services23 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.
18 services17 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
14 services14 patients

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.

73.62/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality74.56
Improvement Activities40
Cost58.69

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.

Standard wheelchair K0001
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$18.97 avg. paid by Medicare
Elevating leg rests, pair (for use with capped rental wheelchair base) K0195
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD021N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$8.66 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 2

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

DR. MARK T MCBRIDE M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery
8008 FROST ST STE 106
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123
San Diego County (858) 939-5434
AMANDA RUTH TRAN PA-C
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
8008 FROST ST STE 106
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123
San Diego County (858) 939-5434

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 Krishna Cidambi's NPI number?

The NPI number for Krishna Cidambi is 1275836959. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 17, 2010.

Where is Krishna Cidambi located?

Krishna Cidambi practices at 8008 Frost St Ste 106, San Diego, CA 92123. The listed phone number is (858) 939-5434.

What is Krishna Cidambi's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery, specializing in Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery, with taxonomy code 207XS0114X.

Is Krishna Cidambi enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Krishna Cidambi 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Krishna Cidambi was last updated on February 9, 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.