KOLANDAIVELU RAMASWAMY MD
NPI 1366436628
Surgery in Asheville, NC

Active since September 01, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
14 MEDICAL PARK DR, ASHEVILLE, NC 28803(828) 252-3366(828) 258-0891 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 8, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 8, 2022, Dec 1, 2015 (2 updates tracked since 2015).

About Kolandaivelu Ramaswamy Md NPPES

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

KOLANDAIVELU RAMASWAMY MD (NPI 1366436628) is an individual surgery provider in Asheville, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (2010-01781) and active in the NPI registry since September 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Memorial Mission Hospital And Asheville Surgery Ce, and is a graduate of Other (1974).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1366436628
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameKOLANDAIVELU RAMASWAMYCredential: MD
Location Address14 MEDICAL PARK DRAsheville, NC 28803-2493
Mailing AddressPo Box 602373Charlotte, NC 28260-2373 · (828) 213-1500 · Fax (828) 651-6570
Fax(828) 258-0891
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1974
Enumeration DateSeptember 1, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 8, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
NPI 1366436628 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
Licenses Licensed in NC · 2010-01781 Licensed in MI · 037076
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
14 MEDICAL PARK DR, Asheville, NC 28803

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

Kolandaivelu Ramaswamy 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 ID5698720035
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110726000539
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 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.
54 services39 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.
38 services32 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.
36 services36 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.
27 services27 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.
18 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Memorial Mission Hospital And Asheville Surgery Ce

Acute Care Hospitals · Asheville, NC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number340002
Location509 Biltmore AveAsheville, NC 28801 · Buncombe County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28803 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
$83.90 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $20.97 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$67.72 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $16.93 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

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.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

Surgery
14 MEDICAL PARK DR
ASHEVILLE, NC 28803
Nurse Practitioner
14 MEDICAL PARK DR
ASHEVILLE, NC 28803
Surgery
14 MEDICAL PARK DR
ASHEVILLE, NC 28803
Dietitian, Registered
14 MEDICAL PARK DR
ASHEVILLE, NC 28803
Surgery
14 MEDICAL PARK DR
ASHEVILLE, NC 28803
Surgery
14 MEDICAL PARK DR
ASHEVILLE, NC 28803
Surgery
14 MEDICAL PARK DR
ASHEVILLE, NC 28803
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
14 MEDICAL PARK DR
ASHEVILLE, NC 28803

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 Kolandaivelu Ramaswamy's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kolandaivelu Ramaswamy is 1366436628. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 1, 2005.

Where is Kolandaivelu Ramaswamy located?

Kolandaivelu Ramaswamy practices at 14 Medical Park Dr, Asheville, NC 28803. The listed phone number is (828) 252-3366.

What is Kolandaivelu Ramaswamy's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Kolandaivelu Ramaswamy enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kolandaivelu Ramaswamy 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 Kolandaivelu Ramaswamy accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee, AmeriHealth Caritas Next and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC and 1 other insurer list Kolandaivelu Ramaswamy 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 Kolandaivelu Ramaswamy affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kolandaivelu Ramaswamy is affiliated with Memorial Mission Hospital And Asheville Surgery Ce.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kolandaivelu Ramaswamy was last updated on February 8, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.