DR. USHASRI CHALLA M.D.
NPI 1992756563
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Wichita, KS
Active since May 16, 2006PECOS Enrolled
75/100
CMS Quality Rating
818 N EMPORIA ST, SUITE 310, WICHITA, KS 67214(316) 263-5891(316) 263-3083 Get Directions Write a Review
About Dr. Ushasri Challa M.d. NPPES
Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.
DR. USHASRI CHALLA M.D. (NPI 1992756563) is an individual nephrology provider in Wichita, Kansas, licensed in Kansas (04-27373) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.
NPPES Registry Identity
NPI1992756563
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameDR. USHASRI CHALLACredential: M.D.
Location Address818 N EMPORIA ST, SUITE 310Wichita, KS 67214-3729
Mailing Address818 N Emporia St, Suite 310Wichita, KS 67214-3729 · (316) 263-5891 · Fax (316) 263-3083
Phone(316) 263-5891
Fax(316) 263-3083
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateMay 16, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 29, 2021
NPPES CertifiedMarch 29, 2021
✔ NPI 1992756563 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.
Specialties & Licenses
★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RN0300X
License✔ Licensed in KS · 04-27373
Definition
An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
818 N EMPORIA ST, Wichita, KS 67214
Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS
Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.
Medicare Enrollment Status
✔
Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)
Dr. Ushasri Challa M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).
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.
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.
384 services193 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.
264 services134 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.
262 services130 patients
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) 90960
Dialysis is a treatment that filters and purifies your blood using a machine. It helps keep your fluids and electrolytes in balance when the kidneys can't do their job. This service includes 4 or more visits per month with a physician to monitor your health and adjust your treatment as needed.
176 services31 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.
46 services45 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.
31 services15 patients
Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area
Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 67214 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
$122.41 typical visit price
range $53.00 – $161.67
Typical copayment $30.60 (range $13.25 – $40.41)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$94.12 typical visit price
range $16.88 – $132.11
Typical copayment $23.53 (range $4.22 – $33.02)
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.
75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practiceReported Quality Measures
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer
69%278 patients4/55-star benchmark: 85%
Diabetes: Medical Attention for Nephropathy
The percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a nephropathy screening test or evidence of nephropathy during the measurement period
100%47 patients5/55-star benchmark: 99%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
63%898 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine
30%313 patients2/55-star benchmark: 90%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
90%514 patients4/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Influenza Immunization
Percentage of patients aged 6 months and older seen for a visit between October 1 and March 31 who received an influenza immunization OR who reported previous receipt of an influenza immunization
45%327 patients3/55-star benchmark: 88%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
Patients screenedForUse: 100% · 271 patients
Patients tobacco: 63% · 271 patients
8%110 patients1/55-star benchmark: 98%
Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication.
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients 2+: 0% · 313 patients
2%313 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
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 7
Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.
Tacrolimus, immediate release, oral, 1 mg J7507
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
5 suppliers56 claims5,286 services$0.30 avg. paid by Medicare
Prednisone, immediate release or delayed release, oral, 1 mg J7512
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
3 suppliers34 claims4,650 services$0.01 avg. paid by Medicare
Cyclosporine, oral, 25 mg J7515
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
2 suppliers13 claims2,340 services$0.60 avg. paid by Medicare
Mycophenolate mofetil, oral, 250 mg J7517
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
4 suppliers36 claims7,164 services$0.18 avg. paid by Medicare
Mycophenolic acid, oral, 180 mg J7518
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
3 suppliers21 claims3,240 services$0.93 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for the first prescription in a 30-day period Q0511
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N
7 suppliers66 claims66 services$18.13 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.
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
818 N EMPORIA ST, SUITE 403
WICHITA, KS 67214
WICHITA, KS 67214
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
818 N EMPORIA ST, SUITE 403
WICHITA, KS 67214
WICHITA, KS 67214
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
818 N EMPORIA ST, SUITE 310
WICHITA, KS 67214
WICHITA, KS 67214
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
818 N EMPORIA ST, SUITE 310
WICHITA, KS 67214
WICHITA, KS 67214
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
818 N EMPORIA ST, SUITE 310
WICHITA, KS 67214
WICHITA, KS 67214
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 Ushasri Challa's NPI number?
The NPI number for Ushasri Challa is 1992756563. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 16, 2006.
Where is Ushasri Challa located?
Ushasri Challa practices at 818 N Emporia St Suite 310, Wichita, KS 67214. The listed phone number is (316) 263-5891.
What is Ushasri Challa's specialty?
The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.
Is Ushasri Challa enrolled in Medicare?
Yes. Ushasri Challa is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.
When was this NPI record last updated?
The NPPES record for Ushasri Challa was last updated on March 29, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.
# Dr. Ushasri Challa, M.D. · NPI 1992756563
Nephrology physician in Wichita, Kansas. Individual provider, active in the CMS NPPES registry since May 16, 2006.
## Identity
- **NPI:** 1992756563 (Entity type: Individual)
- **Enumerated:** May 16, 2006
- **Primary specialty:** Internal Medicine - Nephrology · taxonomy 207RN0300X
- **State license:** 04-27373 (Kansas)
- **Sole proprietor:** No
## Practice location
- **Address:** 818 N EMPORIA ST, SUITE 310, Wichita, KS 67214-3729
- **Phone:** (316) 263-5891 · **Fax:** (316) 263-3083
## Medicare
- **Medicare:** Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)
- **Ordering & referring:** eligible for Part B labs & imaging, durable medical equipment, home health, power mobility devices
## Record status
- **NPPES last updated:** March 29, 2021
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