Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Vaidyanathapuram Balakrishnan, M.D.
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Brighton, MA
- NPI 1326095548
- Accepts Medicare
- 42 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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11 Nevins St., Suite 202 Semc - Medical Specialties Practice
Brighton, MA 02135
(617) 779-6700
fax (617) 779-6771 - Mailing address
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Bmchs Provider Enrollment, 960 Massachusetts Ave Flr 2
Boston, MA 02118
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 11, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1984 — 42 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Massachusetts #204354
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1326095548. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
922
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$114,741
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 295 | 91 | $117 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 226 | 107 | $132 | |
90935 |
Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation | 147 | 53 | $63 | |
81002 |
Urinalysis, manual test | 92 | 61 | $3 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 78 | 73 | $184 | |
90960 |
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 58 | 13 | $377 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 26 | 26 | $165 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in Brighton Nephrology Physician, average services per provider: 98. This provider delivers 9.4× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$85
Transactions
9
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Travere Therapeutics, INC. | 9 | $84.85 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
497
Patients
67
Total drug cost
$60,599
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 68 | 22 | $538 |
| Chlorthalidone | Generic | 61 | 12 | $1,308 |
| Torsemide | Generic | 54 | 20 | $2,792 |
| Nifedipine ER (Nifedipine) | Brand | 46 | 13 | $2,005 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 42 | 0 | $502 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 39 | 0 | $615 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 35 | 0 | $834 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 22 | 0 | $94 |
| Doxazosin Mesylate | Generic | 21 | 0 | $1,025 |
| Jardiance (Empagliflozin) | Brand | 21 | 0 | $24,541 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Vaidyanathapuram Balakrishnan's medical specialty?
Dr. Vaidyanathapuram Balakrishnan practices Nephrology Physician in Brighton, MA.
Where does Dr. Vaidyanathapuram Balakrishnan practice?
Dr. Vaidyanathapuram Balakrishnan practices at 11 Nevins St., Brighton, MA 02135. Office phone: 6177796700.
What is Dr. Vaidyanathapuram Balakrishnan's NPI?
Dr. Vaidyanathapuram Balakrishnan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1326095548, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Vaidyanathapuram Balakrishnan accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Vaidyanathapuram Balakrishnan accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Vaidyanathapuram Balakrishnan commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation (HCPCS 90935). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.