LAKSHMI KARTHA MD
NPI 1366732778
Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease in Louisville, KY

Active since April 19, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
73.19/100
CMS Quality Rating
401 E CHESTNUT ST UNIT 690, LOUISVILLE, KY 40202(502) 588-4710 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 8, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Lakshmi Kartha Md NPPES

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

LAKSHMI KARTHA MD (NPI 1366732778) is an individual pulmonary disease provider in Louisville, Kentucky, licensed in Kentucky (48365) and active in the NPI registry since April 2011. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Jewish Hospital & St Mary's Healthcare, and is a graduate of University Of Louisville School Of Medicine (2011).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1366732778
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RP1001X
Provider Legal NameLAKSHMI KARTHACredential: MD
Location Address401 E CHESTNUT ST UNIT 690Louisville, KY 40202-5706
Mailing AddressPo Box 909Louisville, KY 40201-0909 · (502) 588-4710
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Louisville School Of MedicineGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateApril 19, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateJune 8, 2023
NPPES CertifiedJune 8, 2023
NPI 1366732778 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RP1001X
License Licensed in KY · 48365
Definition
An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.
401 E CHESTNUT ST UNIT 690, Louisville, KY 40202

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

Lakshmi Kartha 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 ID8820304470
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150827002957
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.

Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
219 services125 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.
176 services111 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.
19 services19 patients
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.
16 services11 patients
Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume 94010
This test, known as spirometry, assesses how well your lungs work. It measures how much air you can inhale, how much you can exhale and how quickly you can exhale. It's non-invasive and helps diagnose conditions like asthma or COPD.
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.

Jewish Hospital & St Mary's Healthcare

Acute Care Hospitals · Louisville, KY
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number180040
Location200 Abraham Flexner WayLouisville, KY 40202 · Jefferson County
Emergency services

University Of Louisville Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Louisville, KY
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number180141
Location530 South Jackson StreetLouisville, KY 40202 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 40202 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
$122.77 typical visit price
range $52.76 – $162.27
Typical copayment $30.69 (range $13.19 – $40.56)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$93.94 typical visit price
range $16.53 – $131.99
Typical copayment $23.48 (range $4.13 – $32.99)
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.

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.

73.19/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality58.74
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost51.91

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.

Physician Assistant
401 E CHESTNUT ST UNIT 690
LOUISVILLE, KY 40202
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
401 E CHESTNUT ST UNIT 690
LOUISVILLE, KY 40202
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
401 E CHESTNUT ST UNIT 690
LOUISVILLE, KY 40202
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
401 E CHESTNUT ST UNIT 690
LOUISVILLE, KY 40202
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
401 E CHESTNUT ST UNIT 690
LOUISVILLE, KY 40202
General Acute Care Hospital
401 E CHESTNUT ST UNIT 690
LOUISVILLE, KY 40202
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
401 E CHESTNUT ST UNIT 690
LOUISVILLE, KY 40202
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
401 E CHESTNUT ST UNIT 690
LOUISVILLE, KY 40202

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 Lakshmi Kartha's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lakshmi Kartha is 1366732778. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 19, 2011.

Where is Lakshmi Kartha located?

Lakshmi Kartha practices at 401 E Chestnut St Unit 690, Louisville, KY 40202. The listed phone number is (502) 588-4710.

What is Lakshmi Kartha's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Pulmonary Disease, with taxonomy code 207RP1001X.

Is Lakshmi Kartha enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lakshmi Kartha 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 Lakshmi Kartha accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter of Tennessee and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and 1 other insurer list Lakshmi Kartha 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 Lakshmi Kartha affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Lakshmi Kartha is affiliated with Jewish Hospital & St Mary's Healthcare and University Of Louisville Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Lakshmi Kartha was last updated on June 8, 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.