SANTOSH NAGARAJU MBBS
NPI 1497168595
Transplant Surgery in Charleston, SC

Q: What is Santosh Nagaraju's NPI number?

The NPI number for Santosh Nagaraju is 1497168595. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 5, 2014.

Q: What is Santosh Nagaraju's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Transplant Surgery with taxonomy code 204F00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Santosh Nagaraju was last updated on October 19, 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.

Active since June 05, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

90.11/100

CMS Quality Rating

171 ASHLEY AVE, CHARLESTON, SC 29425(843) 792-1414 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 19, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 19, 2023, Dec 4, 2020, Oct 3, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

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About Santosh Nagaraju Mbbs NPPES

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

SANTOSH NAGARAJU MBBS (NPI 1497168595) is an individual transplant surgery provider in Charleston, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (91003) and active in the NPI registry since June 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Musc Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497168595

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy204F00000X

Provider Legal NameSANTOSH NAGARAJUCredential: MBBS

Location Address171 ASHLEY AVECharleston, SC 29425-8908

Mailing AddressPo Box 751461Charlotte, NC 28275-1461 · (843) 792-1414

Phone(843) 792-1414

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2006

Enumeration DateJune 5, 2014

Last NPPES UpdateOctober 19, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedOctober 19, 2023

✔ NPI 1497168595 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyTransplant SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code204F00000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in SC · 91003✔ Licensed in WV · 29682

Definition

A surgeon who specializes in transplant surgery. Source: National Uniform Claim Committee

171 ASHLEY AVE, Charleston, SC 29425

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and more.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

Santosh Nagaraju Mbbs 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 ID6406141969

PECOS Enrollment IDI20231122000957

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 5

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.

Transplantation of donor kidney 50360

Transplantation of a donor kidney involves replacing a non-functioning kidney with a healthy one from a donor. This procedure can significantly improve the quality of life for those with serious kidney disease. The new kidney can perform the essential task of filtering blood and removing waste.

36 services36 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.

36 services11 patients

Preparation of donor kidney for transplantation 50323

Preparation of a kidney for transplantation involves careful evaluation of the donor organ. It includes checking for diseases, ensuring compatibility, and preserving the organ in a cold solution until transplantation. This process ensures the best outcome for the recipient.

25 services25 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.

24 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.

23 services23 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Musc Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Charleston, SC

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number420004

Location169 Ashley AveCharleston, SC 29425 · Charleston County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown

Acute Care Hospitals · Columbia, SC

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number420026

Location2435 Forest DriveColumbia, SC 29204 · Richland County

Emergency services

Musc Health Florence Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Florence, SC

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - State

CMS Certification Number420091

Location805 Pamplico Hwy Box 100550Florence, SC 29505 · Florence County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

90.11/100

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

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

66.96

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 11

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

3 suppliers14 claims34 services$5.99 avg. paid by Medicare

Azathioprine, oral, 50 mg J7500

Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N

3 suppliers20 claims780 services$2.55 avg. paid by Medicare

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

Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH002N

4 suppliers171 claims49,416 services$1.21 avg. paid by Medicare

Tacrolimus, immediate release, oral, 1 mg J7507

Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N

58 suppliers321 claims29,985 services$0.29 avg. paid by Medicare

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

Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N

23 suppliers130 claims20,015 services$0.01 avg. paid by Medicare

Cyclosporine, oral, 25 mg J7515

Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N

5 suppliers16 claims1,860 services$0.57 avg. paid by Medicare

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

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

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