Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Sharmini Balakrishnan, M.D.
Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Louisville, KY
- NPI 1639306343
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 4.8 / 100 · 2023
- 17 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
301 E Muhammad Ali Blvd
Louisville, KY 402021511
(502) 852-7665 - Mailing address
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Po Box 909
Louisville, KY 402010909
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2009 — 17 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 17, 2014
- Year of graduation
- 2009 — 17 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Kentucky #47077
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1639306343. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,217
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$405,885
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92136 |
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye | 412 | 240 | $32 | |
66984 |
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | 379 | 224 | $500 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 358 | 341 | $42 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 319 | 319 | $179 | |
92136 |
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye | 273 | 270 | $52 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 230 | 211 | $139 | |
66821 |
Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser | 175 | 119 | $341 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 28 | 25 | $99 | |
66821 |
Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser | 23 | 19 | $369 | |
66982 |
Complex removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | 20 | 16 | $701 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 31 peers in Louisville Ophthalmology Physician, average services per provider: 543. This provider delivers 4.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$252
Transactions
14
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 10 | $169.68 | |
| Alcon Vision LLC | 2 | $33.63 | |
| Sun Pharmaceutical Industries INC. | 1 | $30.09 | |
| Johnson & Johnson Surgical Vision, INC. | 1 | $18.46 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,025
Patients
691
Total drug cost
$63,311
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 342 | 228 | $10,554 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 269 | 191 | $4,215 |
| Moxifloxacin (Moxifloxacin Hcl) | Brand | 165 | 116 | $5,161 |
| Ofloxacin | Generic | 151 | 119 | $1,941 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | Generic | 44 | 37 | $1,210 |
| Latanoprost | Generic | 28 | 0 | $173 |
| Cequa (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 13 | 0 | $17,364 |
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 13 | 0 | $22,693 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Sharmini Balakrishnan's medical specialty?
Dr. Sharmini Balakrishnan practices Ophthalmology Physician in Louisville, KY.
Where does Dr. Sharmini Balakrishnan practice?
Dr. Sharmini Balakrishnan practices at 301 E Muhammad Ali Blvd, Louisville, KY 402021511. Office phone: 5028527665.
What is Dr. Sharmini Balakrishnan's NPI?
Dr. Sharmini Balakrishnan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639306343, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Sharmini Balakrishnan accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Sharmini Balakrishnan accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Sharmini Balakrishnan commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye (HCPCS 92136); Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens (HCPCS 66984); Imaging of retina (HCPCS 92134). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.