Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Sailaja Cheruku, M.D.
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Springfield, IL
- NPI 1578659496
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 29 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1025 S 6Th St
Springfield, IL 627032403
(217) 528-7541
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 21, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 1997 — 29 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Illinois #036-103991
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1578659496. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
999
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$131,938
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 194 | 192 | $87 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 163 | 156 | $113 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 126 | 125 | $247 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 115 | 115 | $163 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 115 | 114 | $173 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 102 | 72 | $78 | |
43450 |
Dilation of esophagus | 65 | 63 | $39 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 59 | 57 | $172 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 19 | 19 | $215 | |
91200 |
Measurement of liver stiffness | 15 | 15 | $29 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in Springfield Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 48. This provider delivers 21× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$347
Transactions
16
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 12 | $253.62 | |
| Genzyme Corporation | 1 | $38.35 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., INC. | 2 | $37.91 | |
| Ardelyx, INC. | 1 | $17.35 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,219
Patients
667
Total drug cost
$96,303
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 318 | 118 | $5,581 |
| Peg 3350-Electrolyte (Sodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/Peg) | Brand | 306 | 297 | $5,200 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 186 | 66 | $2,137 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 113 | 41 | $2,294 |
| Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf (Sodium, Potassium,Mag Sulfates) | Brand | 91 | 89 | $7,956 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 48 | 24 | $1,460 |
| Colesevelam Hcl | Generic | 45 | 19 | $25,408 |
| Mesalamine | Generic | 45 | 13 | $43,642 |
| Azathioprine | Generic | 23 | 0 | $625 |
| Sulfasalazine | Generic | 19 | 0 | $499 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Sailaja Cheruku's medical specialty?
Dr. Sailaja Cheruku practices Gastroenterology Physician in Springfield, IL.
Where does Dr. Sailaja Cheruku practice?
Dr. Sailaja Cheruku practices at 1025 S 6Th St, Springfield, IL 627032403. Office phone: 2175287541.
What is Dr. Sailaja Cheruku's NPI?
Dr. Sailaja Cheruku's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578659496, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Sailaja Cheruku accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Sailaja Cheruku accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Sailaja Cheruku commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 45380); Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43239); Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare (HCPCS 45385). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.