Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Shanti Akasapu, MD
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Hospitalist Physician · Metairie, LA
- NPI 1912357005
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 88.9 / 100 · 2023
- 15 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
7060 Veterans Memorial Blvd
Metairie, LA 700034431
(504) 429-2611
fax (504) 429-2612 - Mailing address
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1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 701212429
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2016 — 10 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 16, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2011 — 15 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #322964
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1912357005. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
255
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$25,648
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 159 | 56 | $76 | |
99239 |
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes | 50 | 49 | $113 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 46 | 45 | $171 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 21 peers in Metairie Internal Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 91. This provider delivers 2.8× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$116
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inspire Medical Systems, INC. | 1 | $116.06 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
495
Patients
295
Total drug cost
$7,419
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 78 | 45 | $585 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 58 | 38 | $768 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 52 | 32 | $738 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 41 | 26 | $619 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 36 | 23 | $447 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 30 | 18 | $285 |
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 28 | 12 | $1,252 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 27 | 18 | $232 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 26 | 18 | $311 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 22 | 12 | $332 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Shanti Akasapu's medical specialty?
Dr. Shanti Akasapu practices Internal Medicine Physician in Metairie, LA.
Where does Dr. Shanti Akasapu practice?
Dr. Shanti Akasapu practices at 7060 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie, LA 700034431. Office phone: 5044292611.
What is Dr. Shanti Akasapu's NPI?
Dr. Shanti Akasapu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1912357005, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Shanti Akasapu accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Shanti Akasapu accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Shanti Akasapu commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Hospital discharge day management (HCPCS 99239); Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99223). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.