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Dr. Ashwath Kumar, MD
Hospitalist Physician (CMS: Hospitalist) · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · Mount Vernon, IL
- NPI 1881213437
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 83.1 / 100 · 2023
- 6 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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1 Good Samaritan Way
Mount Vernon, IL 628642402
(573) 239-2318 - Additional location
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1740 W Taylor St
Chicago, IL 606127232
(866) 600-2273
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2020 — 6 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 18, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 2020 — 6 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208M00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Illinois #036162316
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1881213437. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
222
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$29,519
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 95 | 95 | $169 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 73 | 72 | $127 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 42 | 17 | $77 | |
99238 |
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less | 12 | 12 | $78 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in this city , average services per provider: 108. This provider delivers 2.1× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
230
Patients
15
Total drug cost
$3,104
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 57 | 15 | $643 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 25 | 0 | $65 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 20 | 0 | $137 |
| Ventolin Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 18 | 0 | $1,133 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 16 | 0 | $81 |
| Nifedipine Er (Nifedipine) | Brand | 14 | 0 | $142 |
| Montelukast Sodium | Generic | 13 | 0 | $58 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 12 | 0 | $29 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | Generic | 11 | 0 | $173 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 11 | 0 | $56 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ashwath Kumar's medical specialty?
Dr. Ashwath Kumar practices Hospitalist Physician in Mount Vernon, IL.
Where does Dr. Ashwath Kumar practice?
Dr. Ashwath Kumar practices at 1 Good Samaritan Way, Mount Vernon, IL 628642402. Office phone: 5732392318.
What is Dr. Ashwath Kumar's NPI?
Dr. Ashwath Kumar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1881213437, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ashwath Kumar accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ashwath Kumar accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ashwath Kumar commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99223); Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making (HCPCS 99222); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.