DR. SUNIL K RAM MD
NPI 1427014778
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in Santa Monica, CA

Active since April 25, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2428 SANTA MONICA BLVD, SANTA MONICA, CA 90404(310) 315-1000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 31, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 31, 2023, Aug 31, 2022, Feb 25, 2019 (3 updates tracked since 2019).

About Dr. Sunil K Ram Md NPPES

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

DR. SUNIL K RAM MD (NPI 1427014778) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in Santa Monica, California, licensed in California (A95875) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Scottsdale, and is a graduate of Other (1999).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1427014778
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X
Provider Legal NameDR. SUNIL K RAMCredential: MD
Location Address2428 SANTA MONICA BLVDSanta Monica, CA 90404-2045
Mailing Address7151 E Rancho Vista Dr Unit 3004Scottsdale, AZ 85251-1591 · (480) 686-6792 · Fax (480) 323-2839
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1999
Enumeration DateApril 25, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 31, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 31, 2023
✔ NPI 1427014778 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085R0202X
Licenses✔ Licensed in CA · A95875✔ Licensed in AZ · 36336
Definition
A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
Also ListedRadiology · NeuroradiologyTaxonomy 2085N0700X · License 36336 (AZ)
2428 SANTA MONICA BLVD, Santa Monica, CA 90404

Other Names 1

Other Name (5)Dr. Sunil Kumar Byrathi Ramachandriah Md

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 13501 N Scottsdale Rd, Suite 130Scottsdale, AZ 85251-5648 · Phone (480) 425-5000 · Fax (480) 425-5010

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid217714AZ

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. Sunil K Ram 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 ID9638100878
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070629000076, I20221027000342
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

17

Medicare enrollment records show Sunil Ram reassigns Medicare billing to 17 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Diagnostic Radiology
1510 COTNER AVE
Los Angeles, CA 90025
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arizona and California enrollments
  • 22 clinicians in this Medicare group
Anesthesiology
8700 BEVERLY BLVD STE SB-290
Los Angeles, CA 90048
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 2,118 clinicians in this Medicare group
Vascular-Interventional Technology
16311 VENTURA BLVD STE 120
Encino, CA 91436
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 329 clinicians in this Medicare group
Diagnostic Radiology
432 S MILL ST
Tehachapi, CA 93561
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California and Arizona enrollments
  • Also billed through NPI 1720023997 (Arizona)
  • 252 clinicians in this Medicare group
Diagnostic Radiology
72855 FRED WARING DR
Palm Desert, CA 92260
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arizona enrollment
  • 24 clinicians in this Medicare group
Diagnostic Radiology
6191 N THESTA ST
Fresno, CA 93710
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arizona enrollment
  • 13 clinicians in this Medicare group
Diagnostic Radiology
157 E COOLIDGE AVE
Modesto, CA 95350
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arizona enrollment
  • 11 clinicians in this Medicare group
Radiology
2281 PARAGON DR, SUITE 400
San Jose, CA 95131
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arizona enrollment
  • 7 clinicians in this Medicare group
Diagnostic Radiology
2201 WALNUT AVE, SUITE # 150
Fremont, CA 94538
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arizona enrollment
  • 12 clinicians in this Medicare group
Diagnostic Radiology
1801 E MARCH LN STE A130
Stockton, CA 95210
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arizona enrollment
  • 11 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 27

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.

Injection, gadoterate meglumine, 0.1 ml A9575
Gadoterate meglumine is a contrast agent used in MRI scans to help visualize certain areas of your body more clearly. It's injected into your bloodstream, typically through a vein in your arm, and helps doctors get more detailed images.
11,700 services70 patients
Low osmolar contrast material, 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml Q9967
Low osmolar contrast material with 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration is a diagnostic tool used in imaging procedures. It helps to enhance the visibility of specific areas in the body, aiding in accurate diagnosis. It's safe and generally well-tolerated by patients.
1,708 services18 patients
Mri scan of lower spinal canal without contrast 72148
An MRI scan of the lower spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to produce detailed images of your lower spine. This helps identify issues like disc problems, tumors, or nerve conditions. No dye is used.
753 services679 patients
Mri scan of upper spinal canal without contrast 72141
An MRI scan of the upper spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of your upper spine. This helps doctors identify issues such as injuries, infections or diseases. No dye is used.
351 services316 patients
Mri scan of brain without contrast 70551
An MRI scan of the brain without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of your brain. It helps in detecting abnormalities like tumors, stroke, inflammation, or infection.
307 services280 patients
Mri scan of brain before and after contrast 70553
An MRI scan of the brain, both before and after contrast, helps visualize different brain structures. Initially, images are taken without a contrast agent. Then, a safe dye is injected which helps highlight certain areas, providing clearer, more detailed images.
278 services251 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 90404 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
$96.36 typical visit price
range $62.96 – $187.60
Typical copayment $24.09 (range $15.74 – $46.90)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$77.96 typical visit price
range $20.84 – $153.61
Typical copayment $19.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)
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.

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.

Chiropractor
2428 SANTA MONICA BLVD, SUITE 404
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
Legal Medicine
2428 SANTA MONICA BLVD
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
Pharmacy (Community/Retail Pharmacy)
2428 SANTA MONICA BLVD, SUITE 101
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
Legal Medicine
2428 SANTA MONICA BLVD, 402
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
Dentist
2428 SANTA MONICA BLVD, #102
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
Radiology (Diagnostic Neuroimaging)
2428 SANTA MONICA BLVD
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
2428 SANTA MONICA BLVD
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
Clinic/Center (Radiology)
2428 SANTA MONICA BLVD, STE. LL
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404

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 Sunil Ram's NPI number?

The NPI number for Sunil Ram is 1427014778. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 25, 2006. The provider is also known as Dr. Sunil Kumar Byrathi Ramachandriah MD.

Where is Sunil Ram located?

Sunil Ram practices at 2428 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90404. The listed phone number is (310) 315-1000.

What is Sunil Ram's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0202X.

Is Sunil Ram enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Sunil Ram 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 Sunil Ram's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Sunil Ram reassigns Medicare benefits to 17 organizations: Beverly Radiology Medical Group III (Los Angeles, CA), Cedars-Sinai Medical Care Foundation (Los Angeles, CA), San Fernando Valley Interventional Radiology And Imaging Center (Encino, CA), Kern Radiology Medical Group, Inc (Tehachapi, CA), Desert Advanced Imaging Medical Center (Palm Desert, CA) and 12 more organizations, listed in the Medicare section above. 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 Sunil Ram's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Sunil Ram accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona list Sunil Ram 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Sunil Ram was last updated on October 31, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.