ASMITHA KATHLEEN SATHIYAKUMAR MD
NPI 1518223718
Anesthesiology - Pain Medicine in Fort Payne, AL

Q: What is Asmitha Sathiyakumar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Asmitha Sathiyakumar is 1518223718. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 2, 2012.

Q: What is Asmitha Sathiyakumar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology, specializing in Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 207LP2900X.

Active since April 02, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

100/100

CMS Quality Rating

1403 OLD WATER WORKS RD SW, FORT PAYNE, AL 35968(256) 646-7246 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 6, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: May 6, 2024, Feb 8, 2021, Sep 27, 2019 and 4 more (7 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Asmitha Kathleen Sathiyakumar Md NPPES

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

ASMITHA KATHLEEN SATHIYAKUMAR MD (NPI 1518223718) is an individual pain medicine provider in Fort Payne, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (MD47655) and active in the NPI registry since April 2012. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1518223718

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207LP2900X

Provider Legal NameASMITHA KATHLEEN SATHIYAKUMARCredential: MD

Location Address1403 OLD WATER WORKS RD SWFort Payne, AL 35968-3353

Mailing Address1825 Glenn Blvd Sw Ste 343Fort Payne, AL 35968-3533 · (256) 646-7246

Phone(256) 646-7246

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSVanderbilt University School Of MedicineGraduated 2008

Enumeration DateApril 2, 2012

Last NPPES UpdateMay 6, 20247 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedMay 6, 2024

✔ NPI 1518223718 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiology · Pain MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207LP2900X

Licenses✔ Licensed in AL · MD47655✔ Licensed in GA · 075665

Definition

An anesthesiologist who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic and/or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs are also coordinated with other specialists.

1403 OLD WATER WORKS RD SW, Fort Payne, AL 35968

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Other Identifiers 3

OtherG041212248GA · Medicare Ptan

OtherP02289708GA · Rrmedicare Ptan

OtherMD47655AL · Alabama State License

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama 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

Asmitha Kathleen Sathiyakumar 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 ID1456640937

PECOS Enrollment IDI20240404002359

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 32

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 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.

983 services349 patients

Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg J1100

Dexamethasone sodium phosphate is a medication given via injection. It is a type of steroid that helps reduce inflammation and immune responses. It can be used to treat a variety of conditions, such as allergies, skin conditions, arthritis, and more.

544 services95 patients

Injection, ketorolac tromethamine, per 15 mg J1885

Ketorolac tromethamine is a medication administered through injection, often used to manage moderate to severe pain. Each 15 mg dose helps to reduce hormones causing inflammation and pain in the body. It is not recommended for long-term use.

415 services104 patients

Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497

Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.

229 services227 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

225 services225 patients

Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372

This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.

195 services113 patients

Testing for presence of drug, by chemistry analyzers 80307

Chemistry analyzers are used to detect the presence of drugs in your system. This test involves taking a small sample of your blood or urine. The sample is then analyzed for specific substances. The results help in understanding your health condition better.

188 services117 patients

Drug test(s), definitive, utilizing (1) drug identification methods able to identify individual drugs and distinguish between structural isomers (but not necessarily stereoisomers), including, but not limited to gc/ms (any type, single or tandem) and lc/ms G0480

A definitive drug test is a detailed examination that can identify specific drugs in your system, even closely related ones. Techniques like GC/MS and LC/MS are used for high precision. This helps ensure accurate results for your safety and health.

173 services108 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

146 services92 patients

Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance 62323

This procedure involves injecting a substance into your lower spine canal, guided by real-time images. It's done to diagnose or treat various conditions. You may feel slight discomfort, but it's generally safe and can provide valuable information for your treatment plan.

86 services76 patients

Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level 64493

This procedure involves injecting medication into the facet joint in your lower back or sacral spine. It's done under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The aim is to alleviate pain and inflammation. It's a safe, often effective method for managing spinal discomfort.

64 services37 patients

Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level 64494

This procedure involves injecting medication into the facet joints of your lower or sacral spine to manage pain. Imaging guidance ensures accurate placement. It's the second level, meaning it's done on two different joint levels.

64 services37 patients

Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610

This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.

36 services30 patients

Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance 62323

36 services34 patients

Injection, orphenadrine citrate, up to 60 mg J2360

Orphenadrine citrate is a muscle relaxant used to treat muscle spasms and pain. In this procedure, up to 60 mg of the drug is injected into the body, helping to reduce discomfort and improve mobility.

32 services22 patients

Injection of anesthetic or steroid into joint between lower spine and hip bone using imaging guidance 27096

This procedure involves injecting medicine into the joint where your lower spine meets your hip bone. Using special imaging technology, the doctor ensures the medicine is delivered accurately. This can help reduce pain and inflammation in that area.

29 services27 patients

Injection of substance into middle or upper spine canal using imaging guidance 62321

This procedure involves injecting a substance into your middle or upper spine canal. It's performed under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The substance can help diagnose or treat various conditions, providing relief from symptoms.

24 services21 patients

Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint 64635

This procedure involves using imaging guidance to accurately target and destroy nerves in the lower or sacral spinal facet joint. It's done to relieve chronic back pain. The process is safe and usually effective.

22 services22 patients

Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, each additional facet joint 64636

This procedure involves using imaging technology to locate and treat nerves in your lower spine or sacral area that may be causing pain. Each additional facet joint refers to treating more than one spinal nerve. It's a non-invasive way to manage chronic back pain.

22 services22 patients

Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level 64483

This procedure involves injecting a mix of numbing and anti-inflammatory medication into a specific nerve root in the lower back. It helps manage pain and reduce inflammation. The process is guided by imaging technology for precision.

20 services16 patients

Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, each additional level 64484

This procedure involves injecting an anesthetic or steroid drug into the sacral spine nerve root. It's done under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The process can be repeated for each additional level of the spine to help manage pain or inflammation.

20 services16 patients

Injection of upper or middle spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level 64490

This procedure involves injecting medication into a joint in your upper or middle spine. It's performed under imaging guidance for precision. The aim is to reduce inflammation and pain. It's a single-level process, meaning one joint is treated at a time.

20 services12 patients

Injection of upper or middle spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level 64491

This procedure involves injecting medication into the upper or middle spine facet joint, a small joint in your back. This is done under imaging guidance for precision. It's a second-level procedure, meaning it's done on two separate joints. It can help reduce pain and inflammation.

20 services12 patients

Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, each additional facet joint 64636

19 services18 patients

Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint 64635

18 services18 patients

Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement 77002

Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement is a medical procedure that uses a special X-ray technology to help accurately place a needle in the body. It's often used in biopsies, injections or other treatments to ensure precision and safety.

18 services16 patients

Injection of substance into middle or upper spine canal using imaging guidance 62321

17 services17 patients

Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level 64483

17 services16 patients

Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, each additional level 64484

17 services16 patients

Injection of anesthetic or steroid into joint between lower spine and hip bone using imaging guidance 27096

15 services15 patients

Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into knee nerve branch using imaging guidance 64454

This procedure involves injecting anesthetic and/or steroid medication into a knee nerve branch. Imaging technology is used to ensure accurate placement of the needle. This can help reduce pain and inflammation in the knee area.

14 services14 patients

Destruction of nerve branches of knee using imaging guidance 64624

This procedure involves the use of imaging technology to accurately locate and destroy specific nerve branches in the knee. This can help reduce chronic knee pain. The procedure is minimally invasive and usually performed under local anesthesia.

14 services11 patients

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.

100/100

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

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

100

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Reported Quality Measures

e-Prescribing

At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.

97%662 patients4/55-star benchmark: 99%

Medication Reconciliation

The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.

93%85 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%

Patient-Specific Education

The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.

64%1,232 patients3/55-star benchmark: 97%

Post-Anesthetic Transfer of Care Measure: Procedure Room to a Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)

Percentage of patients, regardless of age, who are under the care of an anesthesia practitioner and are admitted to a PACU or other non-ICU location in which a post-anesthetic formal transfer of care protocol or checklist which includes the key transfer of…

25%897 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%

Provide Patient Access

At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…

100%1,232 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%

Secure Messaging

For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…

28%1,232 patients2/55-star benchmark: 89%

View, Download, or Transmit (VDT)

At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period (or patient-authorized representative) views, downloads or transmits their health information to a third party during the performance period.

33%1,232 patients

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

BRANDI THOMAS

Nurse Practitioner

1403 OLD WATER WORKS RD SW
FORT PAYNE, AL 35968

Dekalb County (256) 646-7246

RELIEF SPINE AND PAIN CENTER LLC

Anesthesiology (Pain Medicine)

1403 OLD WATER WORKS RD SW
FORT PAYNE, AL 35968

Dekalb County (770) 403-2403

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 Asmitha Sathiyakumar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Asmitha Sathiyakumar is 1518223718. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 2, 2012.

Where is Asmitha Sathiyakumar located?

Asmitha Sathiyakumar practices at 1403 Old Water Works Rd SW, Fort Payne, AL 35968. The listed phone number is (256) 646-7246.

What is Asmitha Sathiyakumar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology, specializing in Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 207LP2900X.

Is Asmitha Sathiyakumar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Asmitha Sathiyakumar 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 Asmitha Sathiyakumar accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of Tennessee and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama and 1 other insurer list Asmitha Sathiyakumar 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Asmitha Sathiyakumar was last updated on May 6, 2024. 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.