VEENA SHANKARAN MD
NPI 1386619500
Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology in Seattle, WA

Active since February 21, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
93.09/100
CMS Quality Rating
825 EASTLAKE AVE E, SEATTLE, WA 98109(206) 288-7456 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 24, 2009. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Veena Shankaran Md NPPES

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

VEENA SHANKARAN MD (NPI 1386619500) is an individual medical oncology provider in Seattle, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD60102601) and active in the NPI registry since February 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Of Washington Medical Ctr, and is a graduate of University Of Michigan Medical School (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1386619500
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RX0202X
Provider Legal NameVEENA SHANKARANCredential: MD
Location Address825 EASTLAKE AVE ESeattle, WA 98109-4405
Mailing AddressPo Box 50095Seattle, WA 98145-5095 · (206) 288-7456
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Michigan Medical SchoolGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateFebruary 21, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 24, 2009
NPI 1386619500 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Medical OncologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RX0202X
License Licensed in WA · MD60102601
Definition
An internist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all types of cancer and other benign and malignant tumors. This specialist decides on and administers therapy for these malignancies as well as consults with surgeons and radiotherapists on other treatments for cancer.
825 EASTLAKE AVE E, Seattle, WA 98109

Other Identifiers 1

Medicare UPINI49077IL

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

Veena Shankaran 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 ID7113931528
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090928000767
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 2

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 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.
184 services78 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.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

University Of Washington Medical Ctr

Acute Care Hospitals · Seattle, WA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number500008
Location1959 NE Pacific St Box 356151Seattle, WA 98195 · King County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98109 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
$189.37 typical visit price
range $63.67 – $189.37
Typical copayment $47.34 (range $15.91 – $47.34)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$111.00 typical visit price
range $21.12 – $155.00
Typical copayment $27.75 (range $5.28 – $38.75)
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.

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.

93.09/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality73.95
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.

Internal Medicine (Hematology)
825 EASTLAKE AVE E
SEATTLE, WA 98109
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
825 EASTLAKE AVE E
SEATTLE, WA 98109
Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
825 EASTLAKE AVE E
SEATTLE, WA 98109
Internal Medicine (Medical Oncology)
825 EASTLAKE AVE E
SEATTLE, WA 98109
Physician Assistant
825 EASTLAKE AVE E
SEATTLE, WA 98109
Surgery
825 EASTLAKE AVE E
SEATTLE, WA 98109
Physician Assistant
825 EASTLAKE AVE E
SEATTLE, WA 98109
Nurse Practitioner (Women's Health)
825 EASTLAKE AVE E
SEATTLE, WA 98109

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 Veena Shankaran's NPI number?

The NPI number for Veena Shankaran is 1386619500. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 21, 2006.

Where is Veena Shankaran located?

Veena Shankaran practices at 825 Eastlake Ave E, Seattle, WA 98109. The listed phone number is (206) 288-7456.

What is Veena Shankaran's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Medical Oncology, with taxonomy code 207RX0202X.

Is Veena Shankaran enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Veena Shankaran 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 Veena Shankaran accept?

Health plans from PacificSource Health Plans, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska and Providence Health Plan list Veena Shankaran 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 Veena Shankaran affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Veena Shankaran is affiliated with University Of Washington Medical Ctr.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Veena Shankaran was last updated on September 24, 2009. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 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.