DR. VIGNESH VISWANATHAN MD
NPI 1477905602
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Des Moines, IA

Q: What is Vignesh Viswanathan's NPI number?

The NPI number for Vignesh Viswanathan is 1477905602. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 12, 2016.

Q: What is Vignesh Viswanathan's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Active since July 12, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

76.83/100

CMS Quality Rating

1215 PLEASANT ST STE 100, DES MOINES, IA 50309(515) 336-6557(515) 461-2223 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 1, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 30, 2021, Jun 24, 2021, Apr 22, 2019 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2016).

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About Dr. Vignesh Viswanathan Md NPPES

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

DR. VIGNESH VISWANATHAN MD (NPI 1477905602) is an individual nephrology provider in Des Moines, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (49201) and active in the NPI registry since July 2016. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Lukes Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Baltimore.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1477905602

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X

Provider Legal NameDR. VIGNESH VISWANATHANCredential: MD

Location Address1215 PLEASANT ST STE 100Des Moines, IA 50309-1409

Mailing Address414 Water St Apt 2707Baltimore, MD 21202-3292

Phone(515) 336-6557

Fax(515) 461-2223

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2014

Enumeration DateJuly 12, 2016

Last NPPES UpdateJune 1, 20224 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJune 1, 2022

✔ NPI 1477905602 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RN0300X

License✔ Licensed in IA · 49201

Definition

An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.

1215 PLEASANT ST STE 100, Des Moines, IA 50309

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11830 E Monument St Ste 416Baltimore, MD 21287-0020 · Phone (410) 502-7070 · Fax (410) 367-2258

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from NH Healthy Families, Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan, Ambetter Health and more.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. Vignesh Viswanathan 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 ID6002100518

PECOS Enrollment IDI20250829003052

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

Medicare enrollment records show Vignesh Viswanathan reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Broadlawns Medical Center

1.9 mi

General Acute Care Hospital

1801 HICKMAN RD
Des Moines, IA 50314

Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
518 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1467447508 (515) 282-2200

Trinity Regional Medical Center

61 mi

End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Treatment

1610 COLLINS ST, SUITE D
Webster City, IA 50595

Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
387 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1568650174 (515) 832-1667

University Of Alabama Health Services Foundation, PC

667 mi

Clinical Medical Laboratory

720 20TH STREET SOUTH
Birmingham, AL 35294

Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
4,494 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1366638330 (205) 934-4983

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 10

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.

557 services216 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

366 services209 patients

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.

168 services113 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.

84 services82 patients

Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation 90935

Hemodialysis is a treatment that uses a machine to filter waste and excess fluid from your blood when your kidneys can't. A physician checks your health before, during, and after the procedure to ensure it's working effectively for you.

70 services42 patients

Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) 90960

Dialysis is a treatment that filters and purifies your blood using a machine. It helps keep your fluids and electrolytes in balance when the kidneys can't do their job. This service includes 4 or more visits per month with a physician to monitor your health and adjust your treatment as needed.

67 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

St Lukes Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Cedar Rapids, IA

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number160045

Location1026 A Ave NECedar Rapids, IA 52402 · Linn County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Lucas County Health Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Chariton, IA

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other

CMS Certification Number161341

Location1200 North 7th StreetChariton, IA 50049 · Lucas County

Emergency services

Cass County Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Atlantic, IA

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Local

CMS Certification Number161376

Location1501 East Tenth StreetAtlantic, IA 50022 · Cass County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 50309 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

$122.23 typical visit price

range $52.96 – $161.40

Typical copayment $30.55 (range $13.24 – $40.35)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$94.05 typical visit price

range $16.91 – $131.98

Typical copayment $23.51 (range $4.22 – $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.

76.83/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

88.09

Improvement Activities

Cost

44.61

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 8

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Azathioprine, oral, 50 mg J7500

Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N

2 suppliers14 claims720 services$3.03 avg. paid by Medicare

Tacrolimus, extended release, (envarsus xr), oral, 0.25 mg J7503

Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH002N

8 suppliers99 claims42,900 services$1.19 avg. paid by Medicare

Tacrolimus, immediate release, oral, 1 mg J7507

Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N

14 suppliers112 claims20,720 services$0.31 avg. paid by Medicare

Prednisone, immediate release or delayed release, oral, 1 mg J7512

Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N

7 suppliers54 claims7,350 services$0.01 avg. paid by Medicare

Mycophenolate mofetil, oral, 250 mg J7517

Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N

14 suppliers115 claims13,320 services$0.19 avg. paid by Medicare

Mycophenolic acid, oral, 180 mg J7518

Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N

3 suppliers14 claims1,800 services$0.51 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 12

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

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