NAMRATHA PRABHU M.D.
NPI 1659717965
Pain Medicine - Interventional Pain Medicine in La Mesa, CA

Q: What is Namratha Prabhu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Namratha Prabhu is 1659717965. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 14, 2013.

Q: What is Namratha Prabhu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pain Medicine, specializing in Interventional Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 208VP0014X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Namratha Prabhu was last updated on February 26, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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 May 14, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

5565 GROSSMONT CENTER DRIVE, BLDG. 3, SUITE 540, LA MESA, CA 91942(619) 460-2700(619) 460-2702 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 26, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 26, 2021, Oct 30, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

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About Namratha Prabhu M.d. NPPES

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

NAMRATHA PRABHU M.D. (NPI 1659717965) is an individual interventional pain medicine provider in La Mesa, California, licensed in California (A153978) and active in the NPI registry since May 2013. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2013).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1659717965

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy208VP0014X

Provider Legal NameNAMRATHA PRABHUCredential: M.D.

Location Address5565 GROSSMONT CENTER DRIVE, BLDG. 3, SUITE 540La Mesa, CA 91942-3024

Mailing Address5565 Grossmont Center Drive, Bldg. 3, Suite 540La Mesa, CA 91942-3024 · (619) 460-2700 · Fax (619) 460-2702

Phone(619) 460-2700

Fax(619) 460-2702

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2013

Enumeration DateMay 14, 2013

Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 26, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedFebruary 26, 2021

✔ NPI 1659717965 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyPain Medicine · Interventional Pain MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208VP0014X

License✔ Licensed in CA · A153978

Definition

Interventional Pain Medicine is the discipline of medicine devoted to the diagnosis and treatment of pain and related disorders principally with the application of interventional techniques in managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, independently or in conjunction with other modalities of treatment.

Also ListedAnesthesiologyTaxonomy 207L00000X · License A153978 (CA)

Also ListedGeneral Acute Care HospitalTaxonomy 282N00000X

5565 GROSSMONT CENTER DRIVE, BLDG. 3, La Mesa, CA 91942

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include BridgeSpan Health Company, Moda Health Plan, Inc., Providence Health Plan and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Namratha Prabhu M.d. 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 ID7012265176

PECOS Enrollment IDI20231023003616

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 Namratha Prabhu reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Pain Care Specialists Of Oregon, LLC

900 mi

Pain Medicine

2480 LIBERTY ST NE STE 180
Salem, OR 97301

Reassigned Medicare billing, Oregon enrollment
11 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1942675467 (503) 371-1010

Oregon Pain Management LLC

900 mi

Anesthesiology

2480 LIBERTY ST NE STE 180
Salem, OR 97301

Reassigned Medicare billing, Oregon enrollment
25 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1679936579 (503) 881-9459

Columbia Pain Management, Inc.

923 mi

Interventional Pain Medicine

1010 TENTH ST
Hood River, OR 97031

Reassigned Medicare billing, Oregon enrollment
11 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1477670172 (541) 386-9500

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 14

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.

499 services291 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 G0482

A definitive drug test identifies specific drugs in your system. Advanced methods like GC/MS (Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry) and LC/MS (Liquid Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry) are used. These can distinguish between similar drugs, providing precise results.

115 services89 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.

91 services91 patients

Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement 76942

Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement is a technique where sound waves create images that help accurately position the needle during procedures. This method ensures precision, minimizes discomfort, and increases safety.

33 services28 patients

Injection of trigger points, 3 or more muscles 20553

Trigger point injection therapy involves injecting medication into specific areas of your muscles, known as trigger points. These are areas that produce pain and discomfort. If you have three or more muscles affected, each will be treated individually.

23 services20 patients

Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional 99211

This service involves an outpatient visit for established patients who may not need direct interaction with a healthcare professional. It could include reviewing test results, monitoring existing conditions, or adjusting treatment plans. It's typically done remotely, ensuring your comfort and convenience.

20 services19 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.

18 services16 patients

Electronic analysis of implanted neurostimulator generator with complex spinal cord or peripheral nerve stimulator programming 95972

This procedure involves electronically analyzing an implanted neurostimulator. This device sends electrical pulses to your spinal cord or peripheral nerves to manage pain. The programming is complex, requiring expert analysis to ensure proper functioning.

18 services17 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.

17 services15 patients

Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance 20611

This procedure involves using ultrasound technology to accurately locate a large joint, usually the knee or shoulder. A needle is then inserted to either extract fluid (aspiration) or inject medication. The ultrasound helps ensure precision and safety.

16 services15 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.

14 services14 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.

14 services14 patients

Testing for presence of drug, read by instrument assisted observation 80306

This procedure involves testing a sample, typically urine, to determine if specific drugs are present. An instrument helps read the results accurately. It's a common method to monitor substance use or check medication compliance. It's simple, quick, and usually painless.

13 services13 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.

11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 91942 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

$140.22 typical visit price

range $62.10 – $184.71

Typical copayment $35.05 (range $15.52 – $46.17)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$108.42 typical visit price

range $20.62 – $151.42

Typical copayment $27.10 (range $5.15 – $37.85)

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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

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

EMILY J CANALE

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

5565 GROSSMONT CENTER DRIVE, BLDG. 3, SUITE 540
LA MESA, CA 91942

San Diego County (619) 460-2700

STEPHANIE MARRE

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

5565 GROSSMONT CENTER DRIVE, BLDG. 3, SUITE 540
LA MESA, CA 91942

San Diego County (619) 460-2700

MADISON HOLCOMB PA-C

Physician Assistant

5565 GROSSMONT CENTER DRIVE, BLDG. 3, SUITE 540
LA MESA, CA 91942

San Diego County (619) 460-2700

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 Namratha Prabhu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Namratha Prabhu is 1659717965. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 14, 2013.

Where is Namratha Prabhu located?

Namratha Prabhu practices at 5565 Grossmont Center Drive, Bldg. 3 Suite 540, La Mesa, CA 91942. The listed phone number is (619) 460-2700.

What is Namratha Prabhu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pain Medicine, specializing in Interventional Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 208VP0014X.

Is Namratha Prabhu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Namratha Prabhu 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 Namratha Prabhu's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Namratha Prabhu reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Pain Care Specialists Of Oregon, LLC (Salem, OR), Oregon Pain Management LLC (Salem, OR) and Columbia Pain Management, Inc. (Hood River, OR). 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 Namratha Prabhu's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Namratha Prabhu accept?

Health plans from BridgeSpan Health Company, Moda Health Plan, Inc., Providence Health Plan and Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon list Namratha Prabhu 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 Namratha Prabhu was last updated on February 26, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.