RAVI SANTHANAM MD
NPI 1598856304
Internal Medicine in San Antonio, TX

Q: What is Ravi Santhanam's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ravi Santhanam is 1598856304. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 27, 2006.

Q: What is Ravi Santhanam's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ravi Santhanam was last updated on January 8, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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 September 27, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

51.85/100

CMS Quality Rating

21 SPURS LN, 230B, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78240(210) 690-7400(210) 690-7405 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 8, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

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About Ravi Santhanam Md NPPES

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

RAVI SANTHANAM MD (NPI 1598856304) is an individual internal medicine provider in San Antonio, Texas, licensed in Texas (M0898) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Guadalupe Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (1991).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1598856304

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207R00000X

Provider Legal NameRAVI SANTHANAMCredential: MD

Location Address21 SPURS LN, 230BSan Antonio, TX 78240-1669

Mailing Address21 Spurs Ln, 230bSan Antonio, TX 78240-1669 · (210) 690-7400 · Fax (210) 690-7405

Phone(210) 690-7400

Fax(210) 690-7405

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1991

Enumeration DateSeptember 27, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 8, 2013

✔ NPI 1598856304 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207R00000X

License✔ Licensed in TX · M0898

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.

Also ListedHospitalistTaxonomy 208M00000X · License M0898 (TX)

21 SPURS LN, San Antonio, TX 78240

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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPING97707TX

Medicaid179292101TX

Medicare PIN8G5019TX

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Baylor Scott and White Health Plan, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Community First and more.Insurance ›

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

Ravi Santhanam 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 ID8820007263

PECOS Enrollment IDI20060413000257

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

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

Texas Ips LLC

1.7 mi

Pulmonary Disease

4458 MEDICAL DR STE 505
San Antonio, TX 78229

Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
110 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1629368535 (210) 690-7400

Hospitalist Medicine Physicians Of Texas, PLLC

202 mi

Internal Medicine

18951 N MEMORIAL DR
Humble, TX 77338

Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
2,009 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1629307095 (281) 540-7700

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 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.

Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291

Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.

85 services85 patients

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

35 services35 patients

Insertion of non-tunneled central venous tube for infusion (5 years or older) 36556

This procedure involves placing a thin tube into a large vein, usually in the neck or chest, to administer medication or fluids. It's done under local anesthesia to minimize discomfort. It's a standard, safe procedure for individuals aged 5 and above.

34 services34 patients

Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620

This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.

33 services33 patients

Emergent insertion of breathing tube into windpipe using an endoscope 31500

This is a procedure where a thin tube is inserted into your windpipe to aid in breathing. It's done in emergency situations, using an endoscope, a tool with a light and camera, to ensure correct placement.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Guadalupe Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Seguin, TX

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Local

CMS Certification Number450104

Location1215 E Court StSeguin, TX 78155 · Guadalupe County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Val Verde Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Del Rio, TX

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number450154

Location801 Bedell AveDel Rio, TX 78840 · Val Verde County

Emergency services

Methodist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · San Antonio, TX

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number450388

Location7700 Floyd Curl DrSan Antonio, TX 78229 · Bexar County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Hill Country Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Fredericksburg, TX

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number450604

Location1020 South State Highway 16Fredericksburg, TX 78624 · Gillespie County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Methodist Hospital Stone Oak

Acute Care Hospitals · San Antonio, TX

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number670055

Location1139 E Sonterra Blvd,San Antonio, TX 78258 · Bexar County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78240 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

$126.40 typical visit price

range $54.84 – $166.88

Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$97.05 typical visit price

range $17.52 – $136.11

Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)

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.

51.85/100

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

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

56.95

Promoting Interoperability

Improvement Activities

Cost

43.4

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.

DR. HECTOR URIEL LOPEZ M.D.

Family Medicine (Sports Medicine)

21 SPURS LN, STE 300
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78240

Bexar County (210) 699-8326

LESLIE DEHART NP

Nurse Practitioner

21 SPURS LN, STE 100
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78240

Bexar County (210) 614-6070

DR. CHARLES ROGER MACIAS JR. D.D.S.

Dentist (General Practice)

21 SPURS LN, SUITE 130
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78240

Bexar County (210) 614-2020

HAND REHABILATION ASSOCIATES OF

Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies

21 SPURS LN, SUITE 320
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78240

Bexar County (210) 558-4263

JAIRO A. MELO, M.D., P.A.

Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)

21 SPURS LN, SUITE 230B
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78240

Bexar County (210) 690-7400

DR. DAVID RICHARD SCHMIDT MD

Orthopaedic Surgery

21 SPURS LN, STE 300
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78240

Bexar County (210) 699-8326

DR. MARQUE ANTHONY ALLEN DPM

Podiatrist (Foot Surgery)

21 SPURS LN, STE 300
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78240

Bexar County (210) 699-8326

MRS. SARAH M KELTNER PA

Physician Assistant

21 SPURS LN, STE 100
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78240

Bexar County (210) 614-6070

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 Ravi Santhanam's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ravi Santhanam is 1598856304. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 27, 2006.

Where is Ravi Santhanam located?

Ravi Santhanam practices at 21 Spurs Ln 230B, San Antonio, TX 78240. The listed phone number is (210) 690-7400.

What is Ravi Santhanam's specialty?

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

Is Ravi Santhanam enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ravi Santhanam 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 Ravi Santhanam's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Ravi Santhanam reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Texas Ips LLC (San Antonio, TX) and Hospitalist Medicine Physicians Of Texas, PLLC (Humble, TX). 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 Ravi Santhanam's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Ravi Santhanam accept?

Health plans from Baylor Scott and White Health Plan, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Community First, Imperial Insurance Companies, Inc. and Oscar Insurance Company list Ravi Santhanam 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 Ravi Santhanam affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ravi Santhanam is affiliated with Guadalupe Regional Medical Center, Val Verde Regional Medical Center, Methodist Hospital, Hill Country Memorial Hospital and Methodist Hospital Stone Oak.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ravi Santhanam was last updated on January 8, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.