LEKHA RACHARLA D.O.
NPI 1770010555
Internal Medicine - Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology in Allentown, PA

Active since May 11, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1250 S CEDAR CREST BLVD STE 300, ALLENTOWN, PA 18103(610) 402-3110 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 29, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 1, 2024, Jun 23, 2020, May 11, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Lekha Racharla D.o. NPPES

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

LEKHA RACHARLA D.O. (NPI 1770010555) is an individual advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology provider in Allentown, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (OS021309) and active in the NPI registry since May 2017. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Schuylkill Medical Center - South Jackson Street, and is a graduate of Rowan University School Of Osteopathic Medicine (2017).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1770010555
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RA0001X
Provider Legal NameLEKHA RACHARLACredential: D.O.
Location Address1250 S CEDAR CREST BLVD STE 300Allentown, PA 18103-6381
Mailing AddressPo Box 689Allentown, PA 18105-1556
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSRowan University School Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated 2017
Enumeration DateMay 11, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 29, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 29, 2025
NPI 1770010555 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant CardiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RA0001X
License Licensed in PA · OS021309
Definition

Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology would participate in the inpatient and outpatient management of patients with advanced heart failure across the spectrum from consideration for high-risk cardiac surgery, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to pre-and post-operative evaluation and management of patients with cardiac transplants and mechanical support devices, and end-of-life care for patients with end-stage heart failure.

Also ListedInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseTaxonomy 207RC0000X · License OS021309 (PA), OT017878 (PA)
1250 S CEDAR CREST BLVD STE 300, Allentown, PA 18103

Accepted 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

Lekha Racharla D.o. 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 ID2163868720
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240306002194
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 10

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.
131 services50 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
95 services44 patients
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function 93306
This is a heart ultrasound, also known as an echocardiogram. It uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart, showing how blood flows through it. The color depicts the blood flow's speed and direction. It also checks the heart's valves to ensure they're working properly.
45 services45 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
36 services35 patients
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with review by physician 93018
An exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG is a procedure to assess how your heart functions under stress. It can involve exercising or medication to make your heart work harder while an ECG records its activity. A physician reviews the results.
32 services32 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
27 services26 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Schuylkill Medical Center - South Jackson Street

Acute Care Hospitals · Pottsville, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390030
Location420 South Jackson StreetPottsville, PA 17901 · Schuylkill County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Luke's Hospital Bethlehem

Acute Care Hospitals · Bethlehem, PA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390049
Location801 Ostrum StreetBethlehem, PA 18015 · Northampton County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Lehigh Valley Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Allentown, PA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390133
Location1200 South Cedar Crest BoulevardAllentown, PA 18103 · Lehigh County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Lehigh Valley Hospital - Hazleton

Acute Care Hospitals · Hazleton, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number390185
Location700 East Broad StreetHazleton, PA 18201 · Luzerne County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono

Acute Care Hospitals · East Stroudsburg, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390201
Location206 East Brown StreetEast Stroudsburg, PA 18301 · Monroe County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 18103 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
$96.82 typical visit price
range $17.33 – $135.84
Typical copayment $24.20 (range $4.33 – $33.96)
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 20

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

Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
1250 S CEDAR CREST BLVD STE 300
ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
1250 S CEDAR CREST BLVD STE 300
ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
1250 S CEDAR CREST BLVD STE 300
ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
1250 S CEDAR CREST BLVD STE 300
ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
1250 S CEDAR CREST BLVD STE 300
ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
1250 S CEDAR CREST BLVD STE 300
ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
1250 S CEDAR CREST BLVD STE 300
ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
1250 S CEDAR CREST BLVD STE 300
ALLENTOWN, PA 18103

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 Lekha Racharla's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lekha Racharla is 1770010555. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 11, 2017.

Where is Lekha Racharla located?

Lekha Racharla practices at 1250 S Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 300, Allentown, PA 18103. The listed phone number is (610) 402-3110.

What is Lekha Racharla's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, with taxonomy code 207RA0001X.

Is Lekha Racharla enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lekha Racharla 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 Lekha Racharla accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware and Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan list Lekha Racharla 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 Lekha Racharla affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Lekha Racharla is affiliated with Schuylkill Medical Center - South Jackson Street, St Luke's Hospital Bethlehem, Lehigh Valley Hospital, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Hazleton and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Lekha Racharla was last updated on October 29, 2025. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.