CHANDRA R POLAM MD
NPI 1871552232
Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease in Blawnox, PA

Active since March 22, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
41/100
CMS Quality Rating
121 FREEPORT RD STE 200, BLAWNOX, PA 15238(412) 784-7180(412) 784-7185 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 24, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 24, 2021, Oct 31, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About Chandra R Polam Md NPPES

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

CHANDRA R POLAM MD (NPI 1871552232) is an individual cardiovascular disease provider in Blawnox, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD038348L) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Upmc St Margaret, and is a graduate of Other (1975).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1871552232
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RC0000X
Provider Legal NameCHANDRA R POLAMCredential: MD
Location Address121 FREEPORT RD STE 200Blawnox, PA 15238-3485
Mailing Address121 Freeport Rd Ste 200Blawnox, PA 15238-3485 · (412) 784-7180 · Fax (412) 784-7185
Fax(412) 784-7185
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1975
Enumeration DateMarch 22, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 24, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 24, 2021
NPI 1871552232 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RC0000X
License Licensed in PA · MD038348L
Definition
An internist who specializes in diseases of the heart and blood vessels and manages complex cardiac conditions such as heart attacks and life-threatening, abnormal heartbeat rhythms.
Also ListedNuclear Medicine · Nuclear CardiologyTaxonomy 207UN0901X · License MD038348L (PA)
121 FREEPORT RD STE 200, Blawnox, PA 15238

Other Identifiers 4

Medicaid000915209004PA
Medicaid0211079000WV
Medicaid0800020OH
Medicaid000915209PA

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

Chandra R Polam 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 ID2466430137
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040709000409
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 16

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.

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.
1,246 services263 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
450 services364 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
247 services153 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.
173 services159 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.
127 services90 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.
114 services112 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Upmc St Margaret

Acute Care Hospitals · Pittsburgh, PA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390102
Location815 Freeport RoadPittsburgh, PA 15215 · Allegheny County
Emergency services

Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System

Acute Care Hospitals · Pittsburgh, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number390114
Location300 Halket StreetPittsburgh, PA 15213 · Allegheny County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside

Acute Care Hospitals · Pittsburgh, PA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390164
Location200 Lothrop StreetPittsburgh, PA 15213 · Allegheny County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 15238 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.

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.

41/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality15
Improvement Activities0
Cost100

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 5

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

Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
121 FREEPORT RD STE 200
BLAWNOX, PA 15238
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
121 FREEPORT RD STE 200
BLAWNOX, PA 15238
Internal Medicine
121 FREEPORT RD STE 200
BLAWNOX, PA 15238
Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
121 FREEPORT RD STE 200
BLAWNOX, PA 15238
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
121 FREEPORT RD STE 200
BLAWNOX, PA 15238

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 Chandra Polam's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chandra Polam is 1871552232. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 22, 2006.

Where is Chandra Polam located?

Chandra Polam practices at 121 Freeport Rd Ste 200, Blawnox, PA 15238. The listed phone number is (412) 784-7180.

What is Chandra Polam's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Cardiovascular Disease, with taxonomy code 207RC0000X.

Is Chandra Polam enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Chandra Polam 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 Chandra Polam affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Chandra Polam is affiliated with Upmc St Margaret, Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System and Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Chandra Polam was last updated on March 24, 2021. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.