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DR. VASANTHA BATTU MD
NPI 1316938988
Internal Medicine in Albany, NY

Active since November 02, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
920 LARK DR, ALBANY, NY 12207(518) 465-4771(518) 242-4784 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 29, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Vasantha Battu Md NPPES

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

DR. VASANTHA BATTU MD (NPI 1316938988) is an individual internal medicine provider in Albany, New York, licensed in New York (193168) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Peter's Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1978).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1316938988
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. VASANTHA BATTUCredential: MD
Location Address920 LARK DRAlbany, NY 12207-1300
Mailing Address920 Lark DriveAlbany, NY 12207 · (518) 465-4771 · Fax (518) 242-4784
Phone(518) 465-4771
Fax(518) 242-4784
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1978
Enumeration DateNovember 2, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateMay 29, 2014
✔ NPI 1316938988 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in NY · 193168
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.
920 LARK DR, Albany, NY 12207
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicare UPINF69064NY

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

Dr. Vasantha Battu 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 ID8921041369
PECOS Enrollment IDI20111114000698
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 3

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 nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
146 services40 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.
14 services11 patients
Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 50 minutes or more 99306
An initial nursing facility visit is your first meeting with your healthcare team at a nursing facility. Lasting typically 45 minutes, this appointment involves a comprehensive health assessment and the creation of your personalized care plan. It's a crucial step to ensure your health and well-being.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

St Peter's Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Albany, NY
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330057
Location315 South Manning BoulevardAlbany, NY 12208 · Albany County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Samaritan Hospital Of Troy, New York

Acute Care Hospitals · Troy, NY
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330180
Location2215 Burdett AvenueTroy, NY 12180 · Rensselaer County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 12207 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
$126.40 typical visit price
range $54.87 – $166.88
Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$97.08 typical visit price
range $17.54 – $136.14
Typical copayment $24.27 (range $4.38 – $34.03)
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

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

Transport chair, adult size, patient weight capacity up to and including 300 pounds E1038
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$9.66 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 20

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

MS. JOYCE MARIE SLATER CNM, MSN
Advanced Practice Midwife
920 LARK DR, WHITNEY YOUNG HEALTH CENTER, INC
ALBANY, NY 12207
Albany County (518) 465-4771
DR. KALLANNA MANJUNATH MD
Pediatrics
920 LARK DR
ALBANY, NY 12207
Albany County (518) 465-4771
LISSETTE STAPLETON LMSW
Social Worker (Clinical)
920 LARK DR
ALBANY, NY 12207
Albany County (518) 465-4771
MRS. NICOLE MARGARET FIACCO BSN; RN, MS, PMHNP
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
920 LARK DR
ALBANY, NY 12207
Albany County (518) 465-4771
MICHELLE LINDSAY MATHEW
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
920 LARK DR
ALBANY, NY 12207
Albany County (518) 465-4771
DR. KELLY ALEXANDRA SCHOCH DNP, APN, WHNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner (Women's Health)
920 LARK DR
ALBANY, NY 12207
Albany County (518) 465-4771
NATALIA ROMANOFF PA
Physician Assistant
920 LARK DR
ALBANY, NY 12207
Albany County (518) 465-4771
MS. MEGAN MARIE ZACHER LCSW-R
Social Worker (Clinical)
920 LARK DR
ALBANY, NY 12207
Albany County (518) 465-4771

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 Vasantha Battu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Vasantha Battu is 1316938988. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 2, 2005.

Where is Vasantha Battu located?

Vasantha Battu practices at 920 Lark Dr, Albany, NY 12207. The listed phone number is (518) 465-4771.

What is Vasantha Battu's specialty?

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

Is Vasantha Battu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Vasantha Battu 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.

Is Vasantha Battu affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Vasantha Battu is affiliated with St Peter's Hospital and Samaritan Hospital Of Troy, New York.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Vasantha Battu was last updated on May 29, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.