DR. LALITHA VEDANTAM M.D
NPI 1942618996
Internal Medicine in Fort Washington, MD

Active since July 22, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
77.5/100
CMS Quality Rating
950 E SWAN CREEK RD, FORT WASHINGTON, MD 20744(301) 292-7270(301) 203-0740 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 14, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 14, 2021, Jul 23, 2021, Sep 6, 2018 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Lalitha Vedantam M.d NPPES

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

DR. LALITHA VEDANTAM M.D (NPI 1942618996) is an individual internal medicine provider in Fort Washington, Maryland, licensed in Maryland (D82595) and active in the NPI registry since July 2014. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1942618996
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. LALITHA VEDANTAMCredential: M.D
Location Address950 E SWAN CREEK RDFort Washington, MD 20744-5250
Mailing Address950 E Swan Creek RdFort Washington, MD 20744-5250 · (301) 292-7270 · Fax (301) 203-0740
Fax(301) 203-0740
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2008
Enumeration DateJuly 22, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 14, 20215 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedDecember 14, 2021
NPI 1942618996 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in MD · D82595
Definition

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

950 E SWAN CREEK RD, Fort Washington, MD 20744

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid742503100MD

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

Dr. Lalitha Vedantam 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 ID5890068720
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170829000908, I20170829001648
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 23

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.
1,316 services501 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
610 services380 patients
Annual alcohol misuse screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0442
An annual alcohol misuse screening is a 15-minute check-up to assess your drinking habits. It helps identify if you're consuming alcohol in a way that could harm your health. This is not a judgment, but a tool to promote your wellbeing.
345 services345 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
335 services335 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.
137 services114 patients
Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0444
An annual depression screening is a short, routine evaluation to check for signs of depression. It involves answering a series of questions about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. The process takes about 15 minutes and helps detect depression early for better management.
135 services135 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 20744 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
$147.85 typical visit price
range $65.18 – $194.86
Typical copayment $36.96 (range $16.29 – $48.71)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$113.72 typical visit price
range $21.40 – $158.88
Typical copayment $28.43 (range $5.35 – $39.72)
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.

77.5/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality53.38
Promoting Interoperability96
Improvement Activities40
Cost74.97

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
22 suppliers67 claims144 services$6.31 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
16 suppliers36 claims38 services$1.08 avg. paid by Medicare
Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, with mattress E0260
DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N
3 suppliers12 claims12 services$46.56 avg. paid by Medicare
Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
5 suppliers18 claims18 services$191.90 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 2

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

Obstetrics & Gynecology
950 E SWAN CREEK RD
FT WASHINGTON, MD 20744
Internal Medicine
950 E SWAN CREEK RD
FORT WASHINGTON, MD 20744

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 Lalitha Vedantam's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lalitha Vedantam is 1942618996. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 22, 2014.

Where is Lalitha Vedantam located?

Lalitha Vedantam practices at 950 E Swan Creek Rd, Fort Washington, MD 20744. The listed phone number is (301) 292-7270.

What is Lalitha Vedantam's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Lalitha Vedantam enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lalitha Vedantam 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Lalitha Vedantam was last updated on December 14, 2021. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.