KANNAN THANIKACHALAM M.B.B.S.
NPI 1487060489
Internal Medicine - Hematology & Oncology in Buffalo, NY

Q: What is Kannan Thanikachalam's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kannan Thanikachalam is 1487060489. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 10, 2014.

Q: What is Kannan Thanikachalam's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hematology & Oncology, with taxonomy code 207RH0003X.

Active since July 10, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

83.85/100

CMS Quality Rating

ELM AND CARLTON ST, BUFFALO, NY 14263(716) 845-2300 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 7, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 7, 2025, Apr 19, 2021, Jul 17, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

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About Kannan Thanikachalam M.b.b.s. NPPES

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

KANNAN THANIKACHALAM M.B.B.S. (NPI 1487060489) is an individual hematology & oncology provider in Buffalo, New York, licensed in New York (321116) and active in the NPI registry since July 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2011).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1487060489

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RH0003X

Provider Legal NameKANNAN THANIKACHALAMCredential: M.B.B.S.

Location AddressELM AND CARLTON STBuffalo, NY 14263-1407

Mailing Address1700 Spring Hill AveMobile, AL 36604-1407 · (251) 435-1200 · Fax (334) 284-9020

Phone(716) 845-2300

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2011

Enumeration DateJuly 10, 2014

Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 7, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedFebruary 7, 2025

✔ NPI 1487060489 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hematology & OncologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RH0003X

License✔ Licensed in NY · 321116

Definition

An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.

ELM AND CARLTON ST, Buffalo, NY 14263

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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Kannan Thanikachalam M.b.b.s. 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 ID3476868134

PECOS Enrollment IDI20230823002908

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 3

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.

66 services24 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.

47 services24 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.

15 services15 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 14263 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

$166.88 typical visit price

range $54.87 – $166.88

Typical copayment $41.72 (range $13.71 – $41.72)

Most-billed visit code 99205

Established Patient

$97.08 typical visit price

range $17.54 – $136.14

Typical copayment $24.27 (range $4.38 – $34.03)

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.

83.85/100

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

Scored as part of a group practice

Promoting Interoperability

Improvement Activities

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.

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