SANKARAN SHRIKANTHAN MD
NPI 1447296371
Radiology - Nuclear Radiology in Cleveland, OH
NPI Status: Active since June 20, 2006
Contact Information
9500 EUCLID AVE
CLEVELAND, OH
ZIP 44195
Phone: (800) 223-2273
- Individual
- Male
- Years of Experience 37
- Radiology
- Nuclear Radiology
- Accepts Insurance
- Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
- PECOS Enrolled
About SANKARAN SHRIKANTHAN
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Sankaran Shrikanthan, a provider established in Cleveland, Ohio with a medical specialization in Radiology, focusing in nuclear radiology and more than 37 years of experience. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1447296371 assigned on June 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 2085N0904X with license number 35088478 (OH). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 3 years ago.
- NPI
- 1447296371
- Provider Name
- SANKARAN SHRIKANTHAN MD
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 9500 EUCLID AVE CLEVELAND, OH 44195
- Location Phone
- (800) 223-2273
- Mailing Address
- 6000 W CREEK RD SUITE 10 INDEPENDENCE, OH 44131
- Mailing Phone
- (216) 986-1314
- Mailing Fax
- Medical School Name
- OTHER
- Graduation Year
- 1989
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 06-20-2006
- Last Update Date
- 03-14-2023
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.
- Classification
Radiology Nuclear Radiology
- Taxonomy Code
- 2085N0904X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- 35088478
- License State
- OH
- Taxonomy Description
- A radiologist who is involved in the analysis and imaging of radionuclides and radiolabeled substances in vitro and in vivo for diagnosis and the administration of radionuclides and radiolabeled substances for the treatment of disease.
Secondary Taxonomies
The provider has reported to the NPI enumerator additional taxonomy codes. Multiple taxonomy codes may represent subspecialties or other areas of specialization the provider maybe licensed to practice.
| No. | Taxonomy Code | Type | Classification / Specialization |
License No. (State) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 207R00000X | Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians | Internal Medicine | MD059779L (PA) |
Insurance Plans Accepted
According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:
- Molina Bronze Enhanced 3500 - HMO
- Molina Bronze Enhanced 3500 Plus with Adult Dental and Vision - HMO
- Molina Bronze Enhanced 3500 Plus with Adult Vision - HMO
- Molina Bronze Saver 7000 - HMO
- Molina Bronze Saver 7000 Plus with Adult Dental and Vision - HMO
- Molina Bronze Saver 7000 Plus with Adult Vision - HMO
- Molina Bronze Smart Heart Health - HMO
- Molina Bronze Standard - HMO
- Molina Gold Core 1640 - HMO
- Molina Gold Core 1640 Plus with Adult Dental and Vision - HMO
- Molina Gold Core 1640 Plus with Adult Vision - HMO
- Molina Gold Enhanced 895 - HMO
- Molina Gold Enhanced 895 Plus with Adult Dental and Vision - HMO
- Molina Gold Enhanced 895 Plus with Adult Vision - HMO
- Molina Gold Smart Heart Health - HMO
- Molina Gold Standard - HMO
- Molina Silver Core - HMO
- Molina Silver Core Plus with Adult Dental and Vision - HMO
- Molina Silver Core Plus with Adult Vision - HMO
- Molina Silver Saver with Four Free PCP Visits - HMO
- Bronze Classic PCP Saver | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Bronze Classic Standard | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Bronze Simple Breathe Easy with Enhanced COPD Benefits | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Bronze Simple Chronic Care CKM | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Bronze Simple Diabetes | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Bronze Simple HSA | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Gold Classic Standard | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Gold Elite | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Gold Elite Saver Plus | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Silver Classic Standard | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Silver Elite Saver Plus | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Silver Simple Breathe Easy with Enhanced COPD Benefits | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Silver Simple Chronic Care CKM | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Silver Simple Diabetes | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Silver Simple PCP Saver | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Silver Simple Women's Health with Menopause Benefits | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
*Please verify directly with this provider to make sure your insurance plan is currently accepted.
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Sankaran Shrikanthan is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.
Sankaran Shrikanthan is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.
What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.
Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes
PECOS PAC ID: 7113925751
What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.PECOS Enrollment ID: I20061115000271
What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes
What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Fluorodeoxyglucose f-18 fdg, diagnostic, per study dose, up to 45 millicuries
Nuclear medicine studies of heart muscle at rest and with stress and spect
Nuclear medicine studies of heart muscle at rest and with stress and spect
Nuclear medicine studies of kidney, blood flow, and function
Nuclear medicine study from skull base to mid-thigh with ct scan
Nuclear medicine study from skull base to mid-thigh with ct scan
Nuclear medicine study of bone and/or joint whole body
Nuclear medicine study of bone and/or joint whole body
Nuclear medicine study of bone taken at different times
Nuclear medicine study of liver and bile duct system
Nuclear medicine study of liver and bile duct system with use of drugs
Nuclear medicine study of lung circulation
Nuclear medicine study of lung ventilation and blood flow to lung
Nuclear medicine study of lung ventilation and circulation
Nuclear medicine study of lymphatic system
Nuclear medicine study of parathyroid with spect and ct scan
Nuclear medicine study of stomach to assess emptying
Nuclear medicine study to assess blood loss
Nuclear medicine study whole body with ct scan
Nuclear medicine study whole body with ct scan
Nuclear medicine study, 1 area with spect
Nuclear medicine study, 1 area with spect and concurrent ct scan
Radioactive drug therapy through a vein
Fluorodeoxyglucose F-18 FDG is a radioactive drug used in PET scans. It helps doctors see how your tissues and organs are functioning. The drug is given in a specific dose, up to 45 millicuries, depending on your body size and the type of scan.
This service was performed 82 times for 78 patientsNuclear medicine studies of the heart involve two parts: rest and stress. During rest, images are taken of your heart at ease. During stress, images are taken after exercise or medication-induced stress. SPECT is a special imaging technique providing 3D pictures of your heart, helping identify any issues.
This service was performed 44 times for 44 patientsNuclear medicine studies of the heart involve two parts: rest and stress. During rest, images are taken of your heart at ease. During stress, images are taken after exercise or medication-induced stress. SPECT is a special imaging technique providing 3D pictures of your heart, helping identify any issues.
This service was performed 37 times for 37 patientsNuclear medicine studies of the kidney, blood flow, and function involve using small amounts of radioactive materials to create images of your kidneys. This helps in assessing their structure and working condition, aiding in early diagnosis and treatment planning.
This service was performed 14 times for 14 patientsA nuclear medicine study from skull base to mid-thigh with a CT scan involves using a small amount of radioactive material and CT imaging to examine body tissues and organs. This helps detect any abnormalities by providing detailed images of the body's internal structure.
This service was performed 353 times for 342 patientsA nuclear medicine study from skull base to mid-thigh with a CT scan involves using a small amount of radioactive material and CT imaging to examine body tissues and organs. This helps detect any abnormalities by providing detailed images of the body's internal structure.
This service was performed 133 times for 126 patientsA nuclear medicine study of bone and/or joint whole body involves injecting a small amount of radioactive material into your body. This material travels to your bones and emits energy. A special camera captures this energy, creating images of your bones to help identify any abnormalities.
This service was performed 152 times for 148 patientsA nuclear medicine study of bone and/or joint whole body involves injecting a small amount of radioactive material into your body. This material travels to your bones and emits energy. A special camera captures this energy, creating images of your bones to help identify any abnormalities.
This service was performed 23 times for 23 patientsA nuclear medicine bone study involves injecting a small amount of radioactive material into your body. This material collects in the bones and is detected by a special camera to create images. These images are taken at different times to track changes and help diagnose bone conditions.
This service was performed 16 times for 16 patientsA nuclear medicine study of the liver and bile duct system involves the use of a small amount of radioactive material to create detailed images. This helps doctors examine the liver's function and structure, and detect any abnormalities in the bile ducts.
This service was performed 75 times for 75 patientsA nuclear medicine study of the liver and bile duct system involves injecting a safe, radioactive substance into the body. This substance helps create images of these areas on a special camera. It's often combined with drug use to improve image clarity and aid in diagnosing various conditions.
This service was performed 20 times for 20 patientsA nuclear medicine study of lung circulation involves the use of a safe, radioactive substance to visualize lung function. It helps in diagnosing conditions like blood clots. The substance is injected and images are taken to study the blood flow in your lungs.
This service was performed 64 times for 63 patientsA nuclear medicine study of lung ventilation and blood flow involves using a safe, radioactive substance to create images of how air and blood move in your lungs. This helps doctors assess lung function and detect any abnormalities.
This service was performed 14 times for 14 patientsA nuclear medicine lung ventilation and circulation study uses a safe radioactive material to create images of air and blood flow in your lungs. It helps identify issues like blood clots or lung diseases. You inhale or receive an injection of this material, and a special camera captures the images.
This service was performed 106 times for 106 patientsA nuclear medicine study of the lymphatic system involves injecting a safe, radioactive substance into your body. This substance travels through your lymphatic system and helps create images on a special camera. These images can help doctors diagnose conditions related to your immune system.
This service was performed 19 times for 19 patientsA nuclear medicine study of the parathyroid with SPECT and CT scan is a diagnostic procedure. It uses a safe radioactive substance and imaging techniques to create detailed pictures of your parathyroid glands. These images help identify any abnormalities or diseases.
This service was performed 30 times for 30 patientsA nuclear medicine study of the stomach assesses how quickly food leaves the stomach. A safe, radioactive substance is added to a meal. The radiation emitted is tracked, creating images that show the food's progress through the stomach. It's non-invasive and painless.
This service was performed 110 times for 109 patientsA nuclear medicine study is a type of imaging test. It uses a small amount of radioactive material to help identify blood loss. This material is injected into your body and detected by a special camera, providing images of your internal structures.
This service was performed 26 times for 25 patientsA Nuclear Medicine Study with a CT Scan is a diagnostic procedure. It uses a small amount of radioactive substance and a CT scan to create detailed images of your body. These images help doctors diagnose, monitor, and treat various conditions.
This service was performed 37 times for 36 patientsA Nuclear Medicine Study with a CT Scan is a diagnostic procedure. It uses a small amount of radioactive substance and a CT scan to create detailed images of your body. These images help doctors diagnose, monitor, and treat various conditions.
This service was performed 22 times for 21 patientsA nuclear medicine study with SPECT involves a safe, small amount of radioactive substance to help visualize body organs. SPECT, or Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography, creates detailed 3D images. This helps doctors diagnose and monitor conditions in a specific body area.
This service was performed 27 times for 26 patientsA nuclear medicine study with SPECT and concurrent CT scan is a special imaging test. It uses a small amount of radioactive substance and advanced imaging techniques to create detailed pictures of your internal body structures. It aids in diagnosing and tracking the progress of treatment for various diseases.
This service was performed 34 times for 34 patientsRadioactive drug therapy through a vein involves injecting a drug with radioactive properties into your bloodstream. This drug travels throughout your body, targeting and destroying harmful cells, such as cancer cells, while sparing healthy ones. It's a non-invasive procedure to treat certain diseases.
This service was performed 14 times for 13 patientsFind Provider Hospital Affiliations - Privileges
Doctors and physicians must apply for hospital privileges to treat patients at hospitals. Find out if your doctor has privileges to practice at your preferred hospital by using the hospital affiliation information below based on recent medical claims.
Hospital affiliation is identified through self-reporting data, inpatient, outpatient, physician and ancillary service claims linked by the medical claims NPI number and place of service code. Additionally, to further determine provider hospital affiliation the clinician must have provided services to at least three patients on three different dates in the last 12 months. Sankaran Shrikanthan is affiliated with the following medical facilities:
| Hospital Name | Address | Phone | Hospital Type | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AKRON GENERAL MEDICAL CENTER | 1 AKRON GENERAL AVENUE AKRON, OH 44307 | (330) 344-7944 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| FAIRVIEW HOSPITAL | 18101 LORAIN AVENUE CLEVELAND, OH 44111 | (216) 476-7000 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| CLEVELAND CLINIC | 9500 EUCLID AVENUE CLEVELAND, OH 44195 | (216) 952-9829 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| HILLCREST HOSPITAL | 6780 MAYFIELD ROAD MAYFIELD HEIGHTS, OH 44124 | (440) 312-4500 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| CLEVELAND CLINIC AVON HOSPITAL | 33300 CLEVELAND CLINIC BLVD AVON, OH 44011 | (440) 695-5000 | Acute Care Hospitals |
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NPI NPI Number Validation
How NPI Validation Works
The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.
To verify the NPI 1447296371, we treat the final digit (1) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 69. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 69 = 1).
Digit-by-digit view
Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.
Step 1: Double every other digit from the right
Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10
The next multiple of ten after 69 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1447296371, enumerated as an "individual" on June 20, 2006.
The provider is located at 9500 EUCLID AVE CLEVELAND, OH 44195 and the phone number is (800) 223-2273.
Radiology with taxonomy code 2085N0904X and a focus in Nuclear Radiology.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Molina Healthcare and Oscar Insurance Corporation. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
Sankaran Shrikanthan is affiliated with: AKRON GENERAL MEDICAL CENTER, FAIRVIEW HOSPITAL, CLEVELAND CLINIC, HILLCREST HOSPITAL and CLEVELAND CLINIC AVON HOSPITAL.
