DR. PADMAJA KOLACHANA M.D.
NPI 1316979305
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Hagerstown, MD

Active since July 07, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
12931 OAK HILL AVE, HAGERSTOWN, MD 21742(301) 797-9600(301) 797-3854 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 9, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Dr. Padmaja Kolachana M.d. NPPES

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

DR. PADMAJA KOLACHANA M.D. (NPI 1316979305) is an individual nephrology provider in Hagerstown, Maryland, licensed in Maryland (D0106015) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Virginia Hospital Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Hagerstown.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1316979305
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameDR. PADMAJA KOLACHANACredential: M.D.
Location Address12931 OAK HILL AVEHagerstown, MD 21742-2914
Mailing Address12931 Oak Hill AveHagerstown, MD 21742-2914 · (301) 797-9600 · Fax (301) 797-3854
Fax(301) 797-3854
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1992
Enumeration DateJuly 7, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 9, 2026
NPPES CertifiedJuly 9, 2026
✔ NPI 1316979305 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RN0300X
Licenses✔ Licensed in MD · D0106015✔ Licensed in PA · MD494900✔ Licensed in WV · 36535
Definition
An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
12931 OAK HILL AVE, Hagerstown, MD 21742

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 111110 Medical Campus Rd Ste 149Hagerstown, MD 21742-6755 · Phone (301) 797-9600 · Fax (301) 797-3854

Accepted Insurance

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. Padmaja Kolachana 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 ID1355315342
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040825000220, I20091112000251
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

3

Medicare enrollment records show Padmaja Kolachana reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Nephrology
12931 OAK HILL AVE
Hagerstown, MD 21742
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Maryland, Pennsylvania and West Virginia enrollments
  • Medicare enrollment name: Otto Roza MD PA
  • 12 clinicians in this Medicare group
Nephrology
1201 SEVEN LOCKS RD STE 200
Rockville, MD 20854
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, District of Columbia and Virginia enrollments
  • Medicare enrollment name: Washington Nephrology Associates LLP
  • 41 clinicians in this Medicare group
Hospitalist
3600 JOSEPH SIEWICK DR
Fairfax, VA 22033
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, District of Columbia enrollment
  • 113 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 11

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.
463 services182 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.
358 services168 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.
237 services76 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.
172 services148 patients
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) 90960
Dialysis is a treatment that filters and purifies your blood using a machine. It helps keep your fluids and electrolytes in balance when the kidneys can't do their job. This service includes 4 or more visits per month with a physician to monitor your health and adjust your treatment as needed.
80 services14 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.
36 services36 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Virginia Hospital Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Arlington, VA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number490050
Location1701 North George Mason DriveArlington, VA 22205 · Arlington County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Inova Fairfax Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Falls Church, VA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number490063
Location3300 Gallows RoadFalls Church, VA 22042 · Fairfax County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Inova Fair Oaks Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Fairfax, VA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number490101
Location3600 Joseph Siewick DriveFairfax, VA 22033 · Fairfax County
Birthing friendly

Stonesprings Hospital Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Dulles, VA
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number490145
Location24440 Stone Springs BoulevardDulles, VA 20166 · Loudoun County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 21742 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
$133.05 typical visit price
range $57.99 – $175.57
Typical copayment $33.26 (range $14.49 – $43.89)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$102.11 typical visit price
range $18.66 – $143.02
Typical copayment $25.52 (range $4.66 – $35.75)
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 5

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

Tacrolimus, immediate release, oral, 1 mg J7507
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
8 suppliers57 claims6,000 services$0.29 avg. paid by Medicare
Mycophenolate mofetil, oral, 250 mg J7517
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
8 suppliers61 claims7,680 services$0.19 avg. paid by Medicare
Everolimus, oral, 0.25 mg J7527
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
1 supplier12 claims720 services$3.99 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for the first prescription in a 30-day period Q0511
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N
9 suppliers78 claims78 services$17.59 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for a subsequent prescription in a 30-day period Q0512
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N
9 suppliers58 claims62 services$11.65 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 8

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

Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
12931 OAK HILL AVE
HAGERSTOWN, MD 21742
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
12931 OAK HILL AVE
HAGERSTOWN, MD 21742
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
12931 OAK HILL AVE
HAGERSTOWN, MD 21742
Nurse Practitioner
12931 OAK HILL AVE
HAGERSTOWN, MD 21742
Clinic/Center
12931 OAK HILL AVE
HAGERSTOWN, MD 21742
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
12931 OAK HILL AVE
HAGERSTOWN, MD 21742
Clinic/Center (End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Treatment)
12931 OAK HILL AVE
HAGERSTOWN, MD 21742
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
12931 OAK HILL AVE
HAGERSTOWN, MD 21742

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 Padmaja Kolachana's NPI number?

The NPI number for Padmaja Kolachana is 1316979305. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 7, 2006.

Where is Padmaja Kolachana located?

Padmaja Kolachana practices at 12931 Oak Hill Ave, Hagerstown, MD 21742. The listed phone number is (301) 797-9600.

What is Padmaja Kolachana's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Is Padmaja Kolachana enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Padmaja Kolachana 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 Padmaja Kolachana's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Padmaja Kolachana reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Otto Roza M.D., P.A. (Hagerstown, MD), Washington Nephrology Associates, L.L.P. (Rockville, MD) and Fair Oaks Hospitalist Physicians, PLLC (Fairfax, VA). 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 Padmaja Kolachana's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Padmaja Kolachana accept?

Health plans from Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield West Virginia list Padmaja Kolachana 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 Padmaja Kolachana affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Padmaja Kolachana is affiliated with Virginia Hospital Center, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital and Stonesprings Hospital Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Padmaja Kolachana was last updated on July 9, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.