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DR. RAMESH B. CHERUKURI MD
NPI 1962482539
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Saginaw, MI

Active since January 19, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1015 S WASHINGTON AVE, SAGINAW, MI 48601(989) 754-3000(989) 755-1365 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 30, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Ramesh B. Cherukuri Md NPPES

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

DR. RAMESH B. CHERUKURI MD (NPI 1962482539) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Saginaw, Michigan, licensed in Michigan (4301049471) and active in the NPI registry since January 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mclaren Bay Region, and is a graduate of Other (1985).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1962482539
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. RAMESH B. CHERUKURICredential: MD
Location Address1015 S WASHINGTON AVESaginaw, MI 48601-2556
Mailing Address1015 S Washington AveSaginaw, MI 48601-2556 · (989) 754-3000 · Fax (989) 755-1365
Phone(989) 754-3000
Fax(989) 755-1365
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1985
Enumeration DateJanuary 19, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 30, 2007
✔ NPI 1962482539 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
License✔ Licensed in MI · 4301049471
Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
1015 S WASHINGTON AVE, Saginaw, MI 48601
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare PING36040030MI
Medicare UPINE31410MI
Medicaid456675MI

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Ambetter Health 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

Dr. Ramesh B. Cherukuri 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 ID9638081169
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090325000488
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 5

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.

Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 1 graft 33533
A coronary artery bypass with one artery graft is a surgical procedure to improve blood flow to your heart. An artery from another part of your body is used to bypass a blocked or narrowed coronary artery. This can help reduce chest pain and risk of heart attack.
44 services44 patients
Replacement of aortic valve through the skin and femoral artery 33361
This procedure, known as Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), involves replacing a damaged aortic valve through a small incision in the leg. A catheter is inserted into the femoral artery and guided up to the heart. The new valve is then positioned and deployed, restoring normal blood flow.
33 services33 patients
Harvest of vein using an endoscope 33508
Harvesting a vein using an endoscope is a procedure where a small camera is used to help surgeons remove a vein from your body. This vein is often used to bypass a blocked artery, improving blood flow to your heart.
33 services33 patients
Coronary artery bypass using vein or artery graft, 1 graft 33517
A coronary artery bypass is a surgical procedure that improves blood flow to the heart. A vein or artery from another part of your body is used to create a new route for blood to bypass a blocked coronary artery. This helps relieve chest pain and reduce heart attack risk.
20 services20 patients
Coronary artery bypass using vein or artery graft, 2 grafts 33518
A coronary artery bypass with 2 grafts is a surgery to improve blood flow to your heart. A surgeon takes a healthy vein or artery from your body and attaches it to the blocked coronary artery. This creates a new path for blood to flow, bypassing the blockage.
18 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Mclaren Bay Region

Acute Care Hospitals · Bay City, MI
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number230041
Location1900 Columbus AveBay City, MI 48708 · Bay County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Saint Mary's Standish Community Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Standish, MI
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number231305
Location805 W Cedar StStandish, MI 48658 · Arenac County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 48601 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
$166.68 typical visit price
range $54.34 – $166.68
Typical copayment $41.67 (range $13.58 – $41.67)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$68.07 typical visit price
range $17.09 – $135.40
Typical copayment $17.01 (range $4.27 – $33.85)
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.

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.

MICHIGAN CARDIOVASCULAR INSTITUTE, PC
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
1015 S WASHINGTON AVE
SAGINAW, MI 48601
Saginaw County (989) 754-3000
MARY ONSI ATTALLA MD
Internal Medicine
1015 S WASHINGTON AVE
SAGINAW, MI 48601
Saginaw County (989) 746-7681
MYMICHIGAN MEDICAL CENTER SAGINAW
Internal Medicine (Rheumatology)
1015 S WASHINGTON AVE
SAGINAW, MI 48601
Saginaw County (989) 753-5300
MR. MICHAEL VINCENT MICHALAK P.A.
Physician Assistant
1015 S WASHINGTON AVE
SAGINAW, MI 48601
Saginaw County (989) 754-3000
MRS. MEGAN LYNN KAPP FNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1015 S WASHINGTON AVE
SAGINAW, MI 48601
Saginaw County (989) 746-7500
SHRINIVAS KAMBALI MD
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
1015 S WASHINGTON AVE, SUITE D
SAGINAW, MI 48601
Saginaw County (989) 907-7636
LU CHEN M.D.
Internal Medicine (Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology)
1015 S WASHINGTON AVE
SAGINAW, MI 48601
Saginaw County (989) 754-3000
RUBY FRAY
Physician Assistant
1015 S WASHINGTON AVE
SAGINAW, MI 48601
Saginaw County (989) 754-3000

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 Ramesh Cherukuri's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ramesh Cherukuri is 1962482539. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 19, 2006.

Where is Ramesh Cherukuri located?

Ramesh Cherukuri practices at 1015 S Washington Ave, Saginaw, MI 48601. The listed phone number is (989) 754-3000.

What is Ramesh Cherukuri's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is Ramesh Cherukuri enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ramesh Cherukuri 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 Ramesh Cherukuri accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Blue Care Network of Michigan and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company and 2 other insurers list Ramesh Cherukuri 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 Ramesh Cherukuri affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ramesh Cherukuri is affiliated with Mclaren Bay Region and Saint Mary's Standish Community Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ramesh Cherukuri was last updated on November 30, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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.