Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Venugopala Bheemanathini, M.D.
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Anniston, AL
- NPI 1053415695
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 77.3 / 100 · 2023
- 35 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
522 E 11Th St, Suite 200
Anniston, AL 362074770
(256) 237-5302
fax (256) 237-5368
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 16, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 1991 — 35 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #21587
- Medicaid
- AL #009974770
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1053415695. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,975
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$233,475
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 371 | 139 | $74 | |
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 345 | 147 | $46 | |
90960 |
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 299 | 95 | $331 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 251 | 184 | $116 | |
90935 |
Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation | 192 | 60 | $67 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 164 | 154 | $83 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 142 | 121 | $122 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 65 | 65 | $151 | |
81003 |
Automated urinalysis test | 58 | 58 | $2 | |
82570 |
Creatinine level to test for kidney function or muscle injury | 58 | 58 | $5 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Anniston Nephrology Physician, average services per provider: 179. This provider delivers 11× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$591
Transactions
27
Manufacturers
14
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 6 | $116.20 | |
| Akebia Therapeutics INC | 3 | $79.01 | |
| Vifor Pharma, INC. | 2 | $58.63 | |
| Mallinckrodt Hospital Products INC. | 2 | $53.34 | |
| Calliditas Therapeutics US INC. | 2 | $44.49 | |
| Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals INC. | 2 | $40.91 | |
| Aurinia Pharma U.S., INC. | 2 | $38.52 | |
| Amgen INC. | 2 | $34.66 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 1 | $32.38 | |
| Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, INC. | 1 | $22.27 | |
| Baxter Healthcare | 1 | $18.75 | |
| Fresenius USA Marketing, INC. | 1 | $18.32 | |
| Opko Pharmaceuticals, LLC | 1 | $18.06 | |
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 1 | $15.78 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,048
Patients
350
Total drug cost
$201,158
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 165 | 58 | $2,328 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 158 | 55 | $1,587 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | Generic | 140 | 50 | $3,505 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 127 | 38 | $1,457 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 97 | 40 | $1,490 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 61 | 21 | $797 |
| Allopurinol | Generic | 47 | 13 | $641 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 38 | 12 | $701 |
| Potassium Chloride | Generic | 34 | 11 | $1,243 |
| Calcium Acetate | Generic | 32 | 15 | $7,553 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Venugopala Bheemanathini's medical specialty?
Dr. Venugopala Bheemanathini practices Nephrology Physician in Anniston, AL.
Where does Dr. Venugopala Bheemanathini practice?
Dr. Venugopala Bheemanathini practices at 522 E 11Th St, Anniston, AL 362074770. Office phone: 2562375302.
What is Dr. Venugopala Bheemanathini's NPI?
Dr. Venugopala Bheemanathini's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053415695, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Venugopala Bheemanathini accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Venugopala Bheemanathini accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Venugopala Bheemanathini commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99231); Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) (HCPCS 90960). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.