Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Pooja Budhiraja, M.D
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Scottsdale, AZ
- NPI 1457555955
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 78.6 / 100 · 2023
- 23 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
13400 E Shea Blvd
Scottsdale, AZ 852595452
(480) 301-8000
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 9, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 2003 — 23 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Arizona #41689
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1457555955. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,163
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$84,161
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J0881 |
Injection, darbepoetin alfa, 1 microgram (non-esrd use) | 1,600 | 18 | $3 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 242 | 112 | $115 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 205 | 146 | $172 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 79 | 71 | $170 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 20 | 18 | $125 | |
96372 |
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle | 17 | 16 | $14 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 14 peers in this city , average services per provider: 262. This provider delivers 8.3× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
563
Patients
276
Total drug cost
$43,298
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluconazole | Generic | 139 | 64 | $4,925 |
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 85 | 48 | $797 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 62 | 30 | $381 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 52 | 24 | $506 |
| Valganciclovir Hcl | Generic | 43 | 31 | $12,247 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 30 | 16 | $269 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 29 | 15 | $352 |
| Lokelma (Sodium Zirconium Cyclosilicate) | Brand | 22 | 13 | $16,171 |
| Entecavir | Generic | 20 | 0 | $5,374 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 19 | 12 | $182 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Pooja Budhiraja's medical specialty?
Dr. Pooja Budhiraja practices Nephrology Physician in Scottsdale, AZ.
Where does Dr. Pooja Budhiraja practice?
Dr. Pooja Budhiraja practices at 13400 E Shea Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 852595452. Office phone: 4803018000.
What is Dr. Pooja Budhiraja's NPI?
Dr. Pooja Budhiraja's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457555955, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Pooja Budhiraja accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Pooja Budhiraja accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Pooja Budhiraja commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, darbepoetin alfa, 1 microgram (non-esrd use) (HCPCS J0881); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.