ANU PRASAD VELLANKI MD
NPI 1497746499
Internal Medicine in Gramercy, LA

Active since October 31, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
59.4/100
CMS Quality Rating
827 N PINE ST, GRAMERCY, LA 70052(225) 869-9200(225) 869-9241 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 21, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Anu Prasad Vellanki Md NPPES

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

ANU PRASAD VELLANKI MD (NPI 1497746499) is an individual internal medicine provider in Gramercy, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (12855R) and active in the NPI registry since October 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center-kenner, and is a graduate of Other (1991).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497746499
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameANU PRASAD VELLANKICredential: MD
Location Address827 N PINE STGramercy, LA 70052-3659
Mailing AddressPo Box 419Gramercy, LA 70052-0419 · (225) 869-9200 · Fax (225) 869-9241
Fax(225) 869-9241
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1991
Enumeration DateOctober 31, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 21, 2011
NPI 1497746499 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in LA · 12855R
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
827 N PINE ST, Gramercy, LA 70052

Other Identifiers 12

Other1448800LA · Medicaid Rural Health
Other04-01417LA · United Health Care
Other7110052LA · Aetna
Medicare PIN5E872CE42LA
Medicare UPING80448LA
Other5CE42LA · Medicare Group
Other1457621LA · Medicaid Rural Health
Other110215391LA · Railroad Medicare
Medicaid1559571LA
Other$$$$$$$$$ALA · Blue Cross
Other193870LA · Medicare Rural Health
Other193875LA · Medicare Rural Health

Accepted 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

Anu Prasad Vellanki 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 ID5991775918
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040728000403
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 9

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.
249 services45 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.
63 services16 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.
57 services49 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
44 services37 patients
Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008
The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.
26 services26 patients
Physician or allowed practitioner certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians and G0180
This is a service where a doctor or authorized practitioner certifies that you require Medicare-covered home health services. They will communicate with the home health agency and review reports on your health status to ensure you receive appropriate care. This does not involve an in-person visit.
26 services23 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Ochsner Medical Center-Kenner

Acute Care Hospitals · Kenner, LA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190274
Location180 West Esplanade AvenueKenner, LA 70065 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St James Parish Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Lutcher, LA
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number191305
Location1645 Lutcher AvenueLutcher, LA 70071 · St. James County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70052 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
$124.60 typical visit price
range $53.43 – $164.73
Typical copayment $31.15 (range $13.35 – $41.18)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.09 typical visit price
range $16.64 – $133.62
Typical copayment $23.77 (range $4.16 – $33.40)
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.

59.4/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality67.65
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities20
Cost22.04

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 16

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
5 suppliers20 claims70 services$6.95 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
5 suppliers13 claims23 services$1.21 avg. paid by Medicare
Insertion tray with drainage bag with indwelling catheter, foley type, two-way latex with coating (teflon, silicone, silicone elastomer or hydrophilic, etc.) A4314
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier18 claims18 services$24.41 avg. paid by Medicare
Insertion tray with drainage bag with indwelling catheter, foley type, two-way, all silicone A4315
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$22.43 avg. paid by Medicare
Urinary catheter anchoring device, adhesive skin attachment, each A4333
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier27 claims324 services$1.98 avg. paid by Medicare
Urinary catheter anchoring device, leg strap, each A4334
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier17 claims17 services$4.48 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 8

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

Nurse Practitioner (Family)
827 N PINE ST
GRAMERCY, LA 70052
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
827 N PINE ST
GRAMERCY, LA 70052
Clinical Nurse Specialist (Gerontology)
827 N PINE ST
GRAMERCY, LA 70052
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
827 N PINE ST
GRAMERCY, LA 70052
General Practice
827 N PINE ST
GRAMERCY, LA 70052
Family Medicine
827 N PINE ST
GRAMERCY, LA 70052
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
827 N PINE ST
GRAMERCY, LA 70052
Clinic/Center (Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC))
827 N PINE ST
GRAMERCY, LA 70052

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 Anu Vellanki's NPI number?

The NPI number for Anu Vellanki is 1497746499. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 31, 2005.

Where is Anu Vellanki located?

Anu Vellanki practices at 827 N Pine St, Gramercy, LA 70052. The listed phone number is (225) 869-9200.

What is Anu Vellanki's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Anu Vellanki enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Anu Vellanki 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.

What insurance does Anu Vellanki accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and 2 other insurers list Anu Vellanki 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.

Is Anu Vellanki affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Anu Vellanki is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center-Kenner and St James Parish Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Anu Vellanki was last updated on September 21, 2011. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 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.