Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Lakshmi Leishangthem, M.D.
Neurology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Neurology Physician · Palo Alto, CA
- NPI 1952784308
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.2 / 100 · 2023
- 23 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 3 locations .
- Primary practice
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795 El Camino Real
Palo Alto, CA 943012302
(650) 853-2974 - Additional location
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263 Farmington Ave
Farmington, CT 060300001
(860) 679-3540
fax (860) 679-1390 - Additional location
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Byers Eye Institute Stanford Health Care, 2452 Watson Court
Palo Alto, CA 94303
(650) 725-6365
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2015 — 11 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 9, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2003 — 23 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2084N0400X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- California #A160906 · Connecticut #064257
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1952784308. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
348
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$27,794
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G2212 |
Prolonged office or other outpatient evaluation and management service(s) beyond the maximum required time of the primary procedure which has been selected using total time on the date of the primary service; each additional 15 minutes by the physician or | 100 | 36 | $34 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 70 | 59 | $65 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 55 | 51 | $35 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 53 | 47 | $191 | |
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 36 | 34 | $39 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 23 | 23 | $234 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 11 | 11 | $92 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in Palo Alto Neurology Physician, average services per provider: 1,648. This provider delivers 0.2× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$139
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amgen INC. | 1 | $124.98 | |
| Dompe US, INC. | 1 | $13.82 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
118
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$25,338
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acetazolamide ER (Acetazolamide) | Brand | 32 | 0 | $3,664 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 25 | 0 | $206 |
| Pyridostigmine Bromide | Generic | 22 | 0 | $2,286 |
| Pyridostigmine Bromide ER (Pyridostigmine Bromide) | Brand | 22 | 0 | $16,512 |
| Sumatriptan Succinate | Generic | 17 | 0 | $2,670 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Lakshmi Leishangthem's medical specialty?
Dr. Lakshmi Leishangthem practices Neurology Physician in Palo Alto, CA.
Where does Dr. Lakshmi Leishangthem practice?
Dr. Lakshmi Leishangthem practices at 795 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 943012302. Office phone: 6508532974.
What is Dr. Lakshmi Leishangthem's NPI?
Dr. Lakshmi Leishangthem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952784308, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Lakshmi Leishangthem accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Lakshmi Leishangthem accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Lakshmi Leishangthem commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Prolonged office or other outpatient evaluation and management service(s) beyond the maximum required time of the primary procedure which has been selected using total time on the date of the primary service; each additional 15 minutes by the physician or (HCPCS G2212); Exam of visual field with extended testing (HCPCS 92083); Imaging of optic nerve (HCPCS 92133). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.