Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Venkata Kantamneni, MD
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Decatur, AL
- NPI 1851377527
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 47 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2828 Highway 31 South, Suite 117
Decatur, AL 35602
(256) 351-2116
fax (256) 351-2128 - Mailing address
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2828 Highway 31 South Suite 117, Po Box 3017
Decatur, AL 35602
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- December 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 8, 2010
- Year of graduation
- 1979 — 47 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #00014244
- Medicaid
- AL #000045596
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1851377527. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
764
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$82,847
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 178 | 177 | $89 | |
43450 |
Dilation of esophagus | 176 | 175 | $37 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 120 | 120 | $124 | |
45378 |
Diagnostic exam of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 85 | 85 | $168 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 80 | 70 | $118 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 57 | 57 | $223 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 49 | 49 | $153 | |
43235 |
Diagnostic exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 19 | 19 | $92 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in Decatur Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 98. This provider delivers 7.8× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$204
Transactions
13
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 13 | $204.00 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
907
Patients
409
Total drug cost
$63,818
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | Generic | 212 | 82 | $2,702 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 129 | 59 | $3,058 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 98 | 45 | $4,935 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 70 | 35 | $717 |
| Metoclopramide Hcl | Generic | 66 | 23 | $599 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 63 | 22 | $45,584 |
| Nystatin | Generic | 44 | 25 | $980 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 39 | 18 | $775 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | Generic | 35 | 26 | $486 |
| Metronidazole | Generic | 32 | 27 | $370 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Venkata Kantamneni's medical specialty?
Dr. Venkata Kantamneni practices Gastroenterology Physician in Decatur, AL.
Where does Dr. Venkata Kantamneni practice?
Dr. Venkata Kantamneni practices at 2828 Highway 31 South, Decatur, AL 35602. Office phone: 2563512116.
What is Dr. Venkata Kantamneni's NPI?
Dr. Venkata Kantamneni's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1851377527, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Venkata Kantamneni accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Venkata Kantamneni accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Venkata Kantamneni commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43239); Dilation of esophagus (HCPCS 43450); Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 45380). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.