DR. KAUSHIK ANNAM MD
NPI 1518529650
Ophthalmology in Bethlehem, PA

Active since June 28, 2019PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
190 BRODHEAD RD STE 201, BETHLEHEM, PA 18017(610) 861-8977 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 2, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 11, 2023, Jul 14, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. Kaushik Annam Md NPPES

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

DR. KAUSHIK ANNAM MD (NPI 1518529650) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD495086) and active in the NPI registry since June 2019. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Park Ridge, and is a graduate of Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University (2019).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1518529650
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. KAUSHIK ANNAMCredential: MD
Location Address190 BRODHEAD RD STE 201Bethlehem, PA 18017-8617
Mailing Address190 Brodhead Rd Ste 201Bethlehem, PA 18017-8617 · (610) 861-8977
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSWarren Alpert Medical School Of Brown UniversityGraduated 2019
Enumeration DateJune 28, 2019
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 2, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 2, 2026
✔ NPI 1518529650 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License✔ Licensed in PA · MD495086
Definition
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License LP04749 (RI)
Also ListedOphthalmology · Glaucoma SpecialistTaxonomy 207WX0009X · License MD495086 (PA)
190 BRODHEAD RD STE 201, Bethlehem, PA 18017

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1444 N Northwest Hwy Ste 360Park Ridge, IL 60068-3277 · Phone (847) 823-2127

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid2524399LA

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. Kaushik Annam 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 ID3274868245
PECOS Enrollment IDI20241022005224
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

2

Medicare enrollment records show Kaushik Annam reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Ophthalmology
522 DELAWARE AVE
Fountain Hill, PA 18015
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Pennsylvania enrollment
  • 4 clinicians in this Medicare group
Ophthalmology
444 N NORTHWEST HWY
Park Ridge, IL 60068
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: Eye Specialists Of Illinois Sc
  • 8 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 4

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.
49 services44 patients
Imaging of optic nerve 92133
Imaging of the optic nerve is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed pictures of your optic nerve. It helps doctors assess eye health, particularly for conditions like glaucoma. It's painless, quick, and uses safe technology like MRI or OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).
15 services15 patients
Exam of visual field with extended testing 92083
An extended visual field exam is a detailed test to evaluate your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to detect any potential blind spots which may not be noticeable in daily life. These could be caused by eye diseases like glaucoma, or neurological conditions.
13 services13 patients
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 92012
This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.
11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 18017 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
$126.34 typical visit price
range $54.64 – $166.87
Typical copayment $31.58 (range $13.66 – $41.71)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$68.36 typical visit price
range $17.33 – $135.84
Typical copayment $17.09 (range $4.33 – $33.96)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

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 Kaushik Annam's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kaushik Annam is 1518529650. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 28, 2019.

Where is Kaushik Annam located?

Kaushik Annam practices at 190 Brodhead Rd Ste 201, Bethlehem, PA 18017. The listed phone number is (610) 861-8977.

What is Kaushik Annam's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is Kaushik Annam enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kaushik Annam 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Kaushik Annam's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Kaushik Annam reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Valley Eye Group, P.C. (Fountain Hill, PA) and Eye Specialists Of Illinois, S.C, (Park Ridge, IL). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Kaushik Annam's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kaushik Annam was last updated on July 2, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 months 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.