Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Saraswathy Shekar, MD
Anesthesiology Physician (CMS: Anesthesiology) · Specialist · Worcester, MA
- NPI 1376518456
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 89.0 / 100 · 2023
- 41 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
55 Lake Ave N, Department of Anesthesiology
Worcester, MA 016550002
(508) 334-3271
fax (508) 856-5911 - Mailing address
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Po Box 415348
Boston, MA 022415348
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 1, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 1985 — 41 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207L00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Massachusetts #256086 · Pennsylvania #MD068197L
- Medicaid (2)
- PA #001772503 · MA #110097082A
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1376518456. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
109
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$13,295
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
00142 |
Anesthesia for lens surgery | 34 | 34 | $79 | |
36620 |
Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin | 23 | 22 | $45 | |
00731 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope | 22 | 22 | $106 | |
01230 |
Anesthesia for procedure on upper 2/3rd of thigh bone | 18 | 18 | $224 | |
01926 |
Anesthesia for x-ray on artery of brain, heart, or chest | 12 | 12 | $267 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 60 peers in Worcester Anesthesiology Physician, average services per provider: 33. This provider delivers 3.3× the peer median.Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Saraswathy Shekar's medical specialty?
Dr. Saraswathy Shekar practices Anesthesiology Physician in Worcester, MA.
Where does Dr. Saraswathy Shekar practice?
Dr. Saraswathy Shekar practices at 55 Lake Ave N, Worcester, MA 016550002. Office phone: 5083343271.
What is Dr. Saraswathy Shekar's NPI?
Dr. Saraswathy Shekar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1376518456, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Saraswathy Shekar accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Saraswathy Shekar accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Saraswathy Shekar commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Anesthesia for lens surgery (HCPCS 00142); Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin (HCPCS 36620); Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope (HCPCS 00731). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.