Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Santhanam Lakshminarayanan, MD
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · Farmington, CT
- NPI 1518963537
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.2 / 100 · 2023
- 37 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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263 Farmington Ave, Rheumatology Associates
Farmington, CT 060300001
(860) 679-2160
fax (860) 679-1422
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 28, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 1989 — 37 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Connecticut #036912
- Medicaid
- CT #1369124
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1518963537. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
675
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$52,998
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 207 | 146 | $95 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 164 | 109 | $134 | |
96372 |
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle | 80 | 38 | $15 | |
J1030 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 66 | 41 | $8 | |
J1040 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 80 mg | 61 | 37 | $12 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 30 | 30 | $118 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 18 | 17 | $61 | |
G0008 |
Administration of influenza virus vaccine | 18 | 18 | $33 | |
90694 |
Influenza vaccine, quadrivalent inactivated, 0.5 ml dosage | 17 | 17 | $71 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 14 | 14 | $178 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Farmington Rheumatology Physician, average services per provider: 66. This provider delivers 10× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,420
Patients
262
Total drug cost
$460,317
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | Generic | 557 | 124 | $6,236 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 173 | 42 | $9,931 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 150 | 28 | $2,053 |
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 88 | 26 | $3,202 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 62 | 17 | $404 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 58 | 14 | $548 |
| Azathioprine | Generic | 52 | 11 | $3,096 |
| Enbrel Sureclick (Etanercept) | Brand | 49 | 0 | $420,905 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 41 | 0 | $2,496 |
| Allopurinol | Generic | 39 | 0 | $754 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Santhanam Lakshminarayanan's medical specialty?
Dr. Santhanam Lakshminarayanan practices Rheumatology Physician in Farmington, CT.
Where does Dr. Santhanam Lakshminarayanan practice?
Dr. Santhanam Lakshminarayanan practices at 263 Farmington Ave, Farmington, CT 060300001. Office phone: 8606792160.
What is Dr. Santhanam Lakshminarayanan's NPI?
Dr. Santhanam Lakshminarayanan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518963537, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Santhanam Lakshminarayanan accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Santhanam Lakshminarayanan accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Santhanam Lakshminarayanan commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle (HCPCS 96372). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.