Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Vinay Narasimha Krishna, M.D
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Internal Medicine Physician · Birmingham, AL
- NPI 1578841789
- Accepts Medicare
- 17 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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619 19Th St S
Birmingham, AL 352491200
(205) 934-4011 - Mailing address
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Po Box 55310
Birmingham, AL 352555310
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2011 — 15 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 11, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 2009 — 17 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Alabama #33513 · Pennsylvania #MT198526
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1578841789. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,596
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$165,713
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 758 | 229 | $77 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 247 | 159 | $132 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 186 | 186 | $173 | |
90935 |
Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation | 169 | 87 | $71 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 91 | 85 | $131 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 52 | 51 | $177 | |
90945 |
Dialysis procedure including 1 evaluation | 39 | 13 | $75 | |
90962 |
Dialysis services, 1 physician visit per month (20 years or older) | 22 | 12 | $208 | |
96127 |
Assessment of emotional or behavioral problems | 18 | 18 | $5 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 14 | 13 | $122 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 21 peers in Birmingham Nephrology Physician, average services per provider: 104. This provider delivers 15× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
721
Patients
299
Total drug cost
$46,725
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 123 | 57 | $1,016 |
| Chlorthalidone | Generic | 109 | 45 | $2,592 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 105 | 46 | $1,315 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 68 | 38 | $759 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 64 | 34 | $383 |
| Calcitriol | Generic | 48 | 18 | $1,453 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 31 | 12 | $262 |
| Potassium Chloride | Generic | 29 | 11 | $505 |
| Calcium Acetate | Generic | 28 | 14 | $3,344 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | Generic | 22 | 13 | $516 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Vinay Narasimha Krishna's medical specialty?
Dr. Vinay Narasimha Krishna practices Nephrology Physician in Birmingham, AL.
Where does Dr. Vinay Narasimha Krishna practice?
Dr. Vinay Narasimha Krishna practices at 619 19Th St S, Birmingham, AL 352491200. Office phone: 2059344011.
What is Dr. Vinay Narasimha Krishna's NPI?
Dr. Vinay Narasimha Krishna's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578841789, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Vinay Narasimha Krishna accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Vinay Narasimha Krishna accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Vinay Narasimha Krishna commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.