Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Shantha Kumar, M.D.
Cardiovascular Disease Physician (CMS: Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology)) · Specialist · Apache Junction, AZ
- NPI 1396768958
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 39 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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99 S Gold Dr
Apache Junction, AZ 851205035
(480) 962-0101
fax (480) 962-0202 - Additional location
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7615 E Baseline RD Ste 101
Mesa, AZ 852092000
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 12, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 1987 — 39 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RC0000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Arizona #23951
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1396768958. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
9,017
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$1,150,564
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 1,326 | 546 | $121 | |
93000 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report | 756 | 502 | $14 | |
99349 |
Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes | 622 | 168 | $124 | |
J2785 |
Injection, regadenoson, 0.1 mg | 520 | 129 | $53 | |
93306 |
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function | 349 | 328 | $188 | |
93798 |
Outpatient heart rehabilitation with electrocardiogram (ecg) monitoring, quality health care professional services | 336 | 20 | $25 | |
99457 |
Management using the results of remote vital sign monitoring per calendar month, first 20 minutes | 328 | 135 | $47 | |
A9500 |
Technetium tc-99m sestamibi, diagnostic, per study dose | 312 | 156 | $147 | |
93793 |
Anticoagulant management of patient taking warfarin | 249 | 15 | $11 | |
99454 |
Remote monitoring of physiologic parameters, initial supply of devices with daily recordings or programmed alerts transmission, each 30 days | 244 | 65 | $47 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Apache Junction Cardiovascular Disease Physician, average services per provider: 112. This provider delivers 81× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$564
Transactions
23
Manufacturers
10
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ge Healthcare | 4 | $183.80 | |
| Medtronic, INC. | 4 | $85.06 | |
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 4 | $75.41 | |
| Abbott Laboratories | 3 | $64.97 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 3 | $61.81 | |
| Janssen Pharmaceuticals, INC | 1 | $20.97 | |
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 1 | $19.38 | |
| Abiomed | 1 | $18.32 | |
| Kestra Medical Technology Services, INC. | 1 | $18.22 | |
| Inspire Medical Systems, INC. | 1 | $16.53 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
3,114
Patients
1,095
Total drug cost
$581,193
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 377 | 127 | $4,318 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 343 | 105 | $391,758 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | Generic | 307 | 108 | $2,144 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 255 | 93 | $4,350 |
| Clopidogrel (Clopidogrel Bisulfate) | Brand | 249 | 103 | $3,946 |
| Amiodarone Hcl | Generic | 246 | 83 | $8,114 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 230 | 88 | $1,652 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 224 | 73 | $2,238 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 208 | 68 | $2,162 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 192 | 77 | $3,384 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Shantha Kumar's medical specialty?
Dr. Shantha Kumar practices Cardiovascular Disease Physician in Apache Junction, AZ.
Where does Dr. Shantha Kumar practice?
Dr. Shantha Kumar practices at 99 S Gold Dr, Apache Junction, AZ 851205035. Office phone: 4809620101.
What is Dr. Shantha Kumar's NPI?
Dr. Shantha Kumar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396768958, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Shantha Kumar accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Shantha Kumar accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Shantha Kumar commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report (HCPCS 93000); Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99349). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.