PALVANNANATHAN GANESAN M.D.
NPI 1891716718
Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease in Omaha, NE

Q: What is Palvannanathan Ganesan's NPI number?

The NPI number for Palvannanathan Ganesan is 1891716718. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 23, 2006.

Q: What is Palvannanathan Ganesan's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Pulmonary Disease, with taxonomy code 207RP1001X.

Active since July 23, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

4242 FARNAM ST, #470, OMAHA, NE 68131(402) 552-9875(402) 552-9876 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 23, 2026.

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About Palvannanathan Ganesan M.d. NPPES

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

PALVANNANATHAN GANESAN M.D. (NPI 1891716718) is an individual pulmonary disease provider in Omaha, Nebraska, licensed in Nebraska (20048) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Methodist Jennie Edmundson, and is a graduate of Other (1985).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1891716718

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RP1001X

Provider Legal NamePALVANNANATHAN GANESANCredential: M.D.

Location Address4242 FARNAM ST, #470Omaha, NE 68131-2806

Mailing Address4242 Farnam St, #470Omaha, NE 68131-2806 · (402) 552-9875 · Fax (402) 552-9876

Phone(402) 552-9875

Fax(402) 552-9876

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1985

Enumeration DateJuly 23, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007

✔ NPI 1891716718 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RP1001X

Licenses✔ Licensed in NE · 20048✔ Licensed in IA · 33778

Definition

An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.

4242 FARNAM ST, Omaha, NE 68131

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicare UPING26844NE

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska, Medica, Oscar Insurance Company and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Palvannanathan Ganesan 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 ID8729988480

PECOS Enrollment IDI20040219000054, I20201116000410

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 24

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.

371 services152 patients

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.

238 services169 patients

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.

188 services86 patients

Sleep study in sleep lab with continuous airway pressure (6 years or older) 95811

A sleep study in a sleep lab with continuous airway pressure is a test for individuals aged 6 and above. It monitors your sleep patterns to check for disorders like sleep apnea. Continuous airway pressure helps keep your airways open while you sleep, improving your breathing.

91 services77 patients

Albuterol, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose, 1 mg J7613

Albuterol is a medication used to treat breathing problems. It is administered as an inhalation solution through a device called DME (Durable Medical Equipment). The solution is FDA-approved and non-compounded. Each unit dose contains 1 mg of the medicine.

90 services30 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

73 services49 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

65 services56 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.

60 services58 patients

Home sleep test (hst) with type iii portable monitor, unattended; minimum of 4 channels: 2 respiratory movement/airflow, 1 ecg/heart rate and 1 oxygen saturation G0399

A Home Sleep Test (HST) with a Type III Portable Monitor is an unattended test that records your breathing, heart rate, and oxygen levels during sleep. This test uses a minimum of 4 channels to monitor these parameters, helping to diagnose sleep disorders.

58 services58 patients

Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume changes before and after medication administration 94060

This procedure measures how air flows in and out of your lungs. It's done before and after medication to see if the treatment improves your breathing. It's a simple, non-invasive test that involves breathing into a device called a spirometer.

44 services44 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.

44 services44 patients

Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases 94729

This is a test called a pulmonary function test, which helps understand the efficiency of your lungs. It measures how much air your lungs can hold, how quickly you can move air in and out of your lungs, and how well your lungs put oxygen into and remove carbon dioxide from your blood.

38 services37 patients

Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume changes before and after medication administration 94060

37 services36 patients

Test to determine lung volumes using sensors 94726

This test, called spirometry, measures lung capacity using sensors. You breathe into a mouthpiece attached to a device that records the amount and rate of air you inhale and exhale. It helps diagnose and monitor lung conditions.

37 services36 patients

Test for exercise-induced lung stress 94618

An exercise-induced lung stress test assesses how your lungs respond to physical activity. During the test, you'll exercise on a treadmill or stationary bike while your heart rate, breathing, blood pressure, and oxygen levels are monitored. This helps identify any abnormal lung responses to exercise.

35 services28 patients

Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases 94729

35 services35 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 services34 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.

32 services29 patients

Test to determine lung volumes using sensors 94726

31 services31 patients

Sleep study in sleep lab (6 years or older) 95810

A sleep study in a sleep lab is a non-invasive overnight test that monitors your body while you sleep. It helps doctors understand your sleep patterns and identify any issues like sleep apnea or insomnia. You'll be connected to equipment that tracks your heart rate, brain waves, breathing, and movements.

24 services24 patients

Home sleep test (hst) with type iii portable monitor, unattended; minimum of 4 channels: 2 respiratory movement/airflow, 1 ecg/heart rate and 1 oxygen saturation G0399

24 services24 patients

Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume 94010

This test, known as spirometry, assesses how well your lungs work. It measures how much air you can inhale, how much you can exhale and how quickly you can exhale. It's non-invasive and helps diagnose conditions like asthma or COPD.

14 services12 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.

12 services11 patients

Test for exercise-induced lung stress 94618

12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Methodist Jennie Edmundson

Acute Care Hospitals · Council Bluffs, IA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number160047

Location933 East Pierce StreetCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503 · Pottawattamie County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

George C Grape Community Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Hamburg, IA

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number161324

Location2959 Us Highway 275Hamburg, IA 51640 · Fremont County

Emergency services

Montgomery County Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Red Oak, IA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Local

CMS Certification Number161363

Location2301 Eastern AvenueRed Oak, IA 51566 · Montgomery County

Emergency services

Shenandoah Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Shenandoah, IA

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number161366

Location300 Pershing AvenueShenandoah, IA 51601 · Page County

Emergency services

Cass County Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Atlantic, IA

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Local

CMS Certification Number161376

Location1501 East Tenth StreetAtlantic, IA 50022 · Cass County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 68131 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

$121.35 typical visit price

range $52.69 – $160.21

Typical copayment $30.33 (range $13.17 – $40.05)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$93.55 typical visit price

range $16.90 – $131.25

Typical copayment $23.38 (range $4.22 – $32.81)

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.

Reported Quality Measures

e-Prescribing

At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.

94%777 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Medication Reconciliation

The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.

100%204 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%

Patient-Specific Education

The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.

72%521 patients3/55-star benchmark: 99%

Provide Patient Access

At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…

75%521 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Secure Messaging

For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…

65%521 patients5/55-star benchmark: 59%

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 32

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

12 suppliers163 claims163 services$32.45 avg. paid by Medicare

Administration set, with small volume nonfiltered pneumatic nebulizer, non-disposable A7005

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

4 suppliers15 claims15 services$13.21 avg. paid by Medicare

Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each A7030

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

14 suppliers201 claims201 services$74.30 avg. paid by Medicare

Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each A7031

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

14 suppliers208 claims530 services$28.20 avg. paid by Medicare

Cushion for use on nasal mask interface, replacement only, each A7032

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

10 suppliers111 claims582 services$15.64 avg. paid by Medicare

Pillow for use on nasal cannula type interface, replacement only, pair A7033

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

9 suppliers75 claims401 services$12.16 avg. paid by Medicare

Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap A7034

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

10 suppliers175 claims175 services$49.61 avg. paid by Medicare

Headgear used with positive airway pressure device A7035

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

13 suppliers210 claims210 services$16.53 avg. paid by Medicare

Tubing used with positive airway pressure device A7037

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

11 suppliers193 claims193 services$10.12 avg. paid by Medicare

Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

14 suppliers367 claims1,821 services$1.77 avg. paid by Medicare

Filter, non disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7039

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

2 suppliers11 claims11 services$4.15 avg. paid by Medicare

Water chamber for humidifier, used with positive airway pressure device, replacement, each A7046

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

12 suppliers145 claims145 services$11.23 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

5 suppliers101 claims104 services$15.06 avg. paid by Medicare

Stationary liquid oxygen system, rental; includes container, contents, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, nebulizer, cannula or mask, & tubing E0439

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

1 supplier12 claims12 services$61.89 avg. paid by Medicare

Home ventilator, any type, used with non-invasive interface, (e.g., mask, chest shell) E0466

DME-Other DME · category DE005N

1 supplier12 claims12 services$876.06 avg. paid by Medicare

Respiratory assist device, bi-level pressure capability, without backup rate feature, used with noninvasive interface, e.g., nasal or facial mask (intermittent assist device with continuous positive airway pressure device) E0470

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

5 suppliers83 claims85 services$78.49 avg. paid by Medicare

Respiratory assist device, bi-level pressure capability, with back-up rate feature, used with noninvasive interface, e.g., nasal or facial mask (intermittent assist device with continuous positive airway pressure device) E0471

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

4 suppliers51 claims56 services$237.69 avg. paid by Medicare

Humidifier, heated, used with positive airway pressure device E0562

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

7 suppliers14 claims14 services$138.28 avg. paid by Medicare

Humidifier, heated, used with positive airway pressure device E0562

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

5 suppliers294 claims307 services$11.66 avg. paid by Medicare

Nebulizer, with compressor E0570

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

9 suppliers102 claims105 services$4.34 avg. paid by Medicare

Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device E0601

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

8 suppliers364 claims380 services$30.70 avg. paid by Medicare

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

11 suppliers267 claims270 services$77.31 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

8 suppliers102 claims107 services$35.29 avg. paid by Medicare

Arformoterol, inhalation solution, fda approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose form, 15 micrograms J7605

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

3 suppliers29 claims1,740 services$4.74 avg. paid by Medicare

Formoterol fumarate, inhalation solution, fda approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose form, 20 micrograms J7606

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

3 suppliers42 claims2,520 services$6.54 avg. paid by Medicare

Albuterol, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose, 1 mg J7613

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

3 suppliers19 claims5,692 services$0.03 avg. paid by Medicare

Levalbuterol, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose, 0.5 mg J7614

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

4 suppliers17 claims3,120 services$0.05 avg. paid by Medicare

Albuterol, up to 2.5 mg and ipratropium bromide, up to 0.5 mg, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme J7620

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

15 suppliers105 claims11,016 services$0.09 avg. paid by Medicare

Budesonide, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose form, up to 0.5 mg J7626

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG000N

13 suppliers125 claims7,534 services$0.80 avg. paid by Medicare

Ipratropium bromide, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose form, per milligram J7644

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

4 suppliers31 claims1,545 services$0.15 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; home compressor used to fill portable oxygen cylinders; includes portable containers, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing K0738

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

2 suppliers14 claims14 services$34.41 avg. paid by Medicare

Pharmacy dispensing fee for inhalation drug(s); per 30 days Q0513

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

19 suppliers197 claims197 services$25.06 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

JAYANTHI GANESAN, M.D., P.C.

Internal Medicine

4242 FARNAM ST, #142
OMAHA, NE 68131

Douglas County (402) 552-2212

NEBRASKA PULMONARY ASSOCIATES PC

Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)

4242 FARNAM ST, #355
OMAHA, NE 68131

Douglas County (402) 552-9700

DR. KYLE EDWARD GREENMAN PHD

Psychologist

4242 FARNAM ST
OMAHA, NE 68131

Douglas County (402) 559-5042

DR. RIC E JENSEN M.D.

Neurological Surgery

4242 FARNAM ST, SUITE 363
OMAHA, NE 68131

Douglas County (402) 552-2929

JOSHUA MATYI PH.D.

Clinical Neuropsychologist

4242 FARNAM ST
OMAHA, NE 68131

Douglas County (402) 552-6094

CALLAHAN PC

Clinical Neuropsychologist

4242 FARNAM ST, SUITE 655
OMAHA, NE 68131

Douglas County (402) 552-2665

MICHAEL A THOMAS PHARMD

Pharmacist

4242 FARNAM ST
OMAHA, NE 68131

Douglas County (402) 552-2000

MR. JOHN R LUCKASEN M.D.

Dermatology

4242 FARNAM ST, STE 360
OMAHA, NE 68131

Douglas County (402) 552-2555

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 Palvannanathan Ganesan's NPI number?

The NPI number for Palvannanathan Ganesan is 1891716718. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 23, 2006.

Where is Palvannanathan Ganesan located?

Palvannanathan Ganesan practices at 4242 Farnam St #470, Omaha, NE 68131. The listed phone number is (402) 552-9875.

What is Palvannanathan Ganesan's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Pulmonary Disease, with taxonomy code 207RP1001X.

Is Palvannanathan Ganesan enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Palvannanathan Ganesan 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 Palvannanathan Ganesan accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska, Medica, Oscar Insurance Company and UnitedHealthcare list Palvannanathan Ganesan 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 Palvannanathan Ganesan affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Palvannanathan Ganesan is affiliated with Methodist Jennie Edmundson, George C Grape Community Hospital, Montgomery County Memorial Hospital, Shenandoah Medical Center and Cass County Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Palvannanathan Ganesan was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.