REKHA A CHERIAN MD
NPI 1679716757
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in Hershey, PA

Active since April 20, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
71.78/100
CMS Quality Rating
500 UNIVERSITY DR, HERSHEY, PA 17033(800) 233-4082 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 11, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Rekha A Cherian Md NPPES

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

REKHA A CHERIAN MD (NPI 1679716757) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in Hershey, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD443447) and active in the NPI registry since April 2009. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (1986).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1679716757
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X
Provider Legal NameREKHA A CHERIANCredential: MD
Location Address500 UNIVERSITY DRHershey, PA 17033-2360
Mailing AddressPo Box 858, Mc A410Hershey, PA 17033-0858 · (800) 243-1455
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1986
Enumeration DateApril 20, 2009
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 11, 2019
NPI 1679716757 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085R0202X
Licenses Licensed in PA · MD443447 Licensed in PA · LT000674
Definition
A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
500 UNIVERSITY DR, Hershey, PA 17033

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid1023716370001PA
OtherLT000674PA · Medical License

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

Rekha A Cherian 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 ID8123173549
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090908000295
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 12

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.

X-ray of chest, 1 view 71045
A chest X-ray, 1 view, is a quick, painless test that produces images of the structures within your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. It helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer. You'll stand in front of a machine that emits X-rays, which pass through your body to create the image.
907 services600 patients
X-ray of chest, 2 views 71046
A chest X-ray, 2 views, is a quick, painless test that creates pictures of the structures inside your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Two different angles are used to get a comprehensive view. This helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer.
304 services275 patients
Ct scan of chest without contrast 71250
A CT scan of the chest without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses special X-ray equipment to produce detailed images of your chest area, including your lungs and heart. It can help diagnose conditions such as lung diseases or heart disorders. It doesn't involve any dyes or contrast agents.
264 services244 patients
X-ray of chest, 2 views 71046
A chest X-ray, 2 views, is a quick, painless test that creates pictures of the structures inside your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Two different angles are used to get a comprehensive view. This helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer.
134 services128 patients
Ct scan of chest with contrast 71260
A CT scan of the chest with contrast is an imaging procedure. A special dye (contrast) is used to highlight specific areas in your body, providing clearer pictures of your chest. This helps in diagnosing conditions related to your lungs, heart, and other chest structures.
64 services63 patients
X-ray of abdomen, 1 view 74018
An X-ray of the abdomen, 1 view, is a quick and painless imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the structures in your abdomen, such as the stomach, liver, and intestines. This can help identify issues like blockages, infections, or injuries.
55 services44 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Camp Hill, PA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390004
Location503 North 21st StreetCamp Hill, PA 17011 · Cumberland County
Emergency services

Wellspan Good Samaritan Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lebanon, PA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number390066
Location252 South 4th StreetLebanon, PA 17042 · Lebanon County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Penn State Health St. Joseph

Acute Care Hospitals · Reading, PA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390096
Location2500 Bernville RoadReading, PA 19605 · Berks County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Milton S Hershey Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Hershey, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390256
Location500 University DriveHershey, PA 17033 · Dauphin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mount Nittany Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · State College, PA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390268
Location1800 East Park AveState College, PA 16803 · Centre County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 17033 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
$84.88 typical visit price
range $54.64 – $166.87
Typical copayment $21.22 (range $13.66 – $41.71)
Most-billed visit code 99203
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.

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.

71.78/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality48.32
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost57.63

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.

Physician Assistant
500 UNIVERSITY DR
HERSHEY, PA 17033
Internal Medicine
500 UNIVERSITY DR, H088
HERSHEY, PA 17033
Otolaryngology
500 UNIVERSITY DR
HERSHEY, PA 17033
Surgery (Trauma Surgery)
500 UNIVERSITY DR
HERSHEY, PA 17033
Anesthesiology (Critical Care Medicine)
500 UNIVERSITY DR, BOX 3951, DAVISON BLDG, TRENT DRIVE
HERSHEY, PA 17033
Pathology (Clinical Pathology/Laboratory Medicine)
500 UNIVERSITY DR, HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER
HERSHEY, PA 17033
Family Medicine
500 UNIVERSITY DR
HERSHEY, PA 17033
Pediatrics (Pediatric Endocrinology)
500 UNIVERSITY DR
HERSHEY, PA 17033

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 Rekha Cherian's NPI number?

The NPI number for Rekha Cherian is 1679716757. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 20, 2009.

Where is Rekha Cherian located?

Rekha Cherian practices at 500 University Dr, Hershey, PA 17033. The listed phone number is (800) 233-4082.

What is Rekha Cherian's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0202X.

Is Rekha Cherian enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Rekha Cherian 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.

Is Rekha Cherian affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Rekha Cherian is affiliated with Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center, Wellspan Good Samaritan Hospital, Penn State Health St. Joseph, Milton S Hershey Medical Center and Mount Nittany Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Rekha Cherian was last updated on October 11, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.