Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ramalakshmi Santhanam, MD
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Nephrology Physician · Conway, SC
- NPI 1164099503
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 71.5 / 100 · 2023
- 32 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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834 Farrar Dr
Conway, SC 295268747
(843) 347-9487
fax (843) 347-9574 - Additional location
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843 Farrar Drive
Conway, SC 295268747 - Mailing address
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843 Farrar Drive
Conway, SC 295268747
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2021 — 5 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 20, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 1994 — 32 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- South Carolina #86789 · Pennsylvania #MD417540
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1164099503. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,222
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$234,835
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 299 | 211 | $120 | |
90960 |
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 274 | 113 | $334 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 220 | 185 | $165 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 194 | 98 | $113 | |
90966 |
Home dialysis services per month (20 years or older) | 78 | 31 | $277 | |
90961 |
Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 61 | 50 | $278 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 45 | 45 | $207 | |
90970 |
Dialysis services, per day, less than full month service (20 years or older) | 35 | 30 | $9 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 16 | 13 | $75 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 135. This provider delivers 9.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$43
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ardelyx, Inc. | 1 | $22.32 | |
| Aurinia Pharma U.S., Inc. | 1 | $20.86 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
852
Patients
281
Total drug cost
$97,096
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 277 | 88 | $3,985 |
| Farxiga (Dapagliflozin Propanediol) | Brand | 65 | 16 | $51,611 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 61 | 21 | $562 |
| Calcitriol | Generic | 55 | 23 | $1,389 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 55 | 25 | $639 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | Generic | 46 | 17 | $539 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 42 | 20 | $336 |
| Allopurinol | Generic | 35 | 14 | $412 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 35 | 17 | $524 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 33 | 13 | $436 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ramalakshmi Santhanam's medical specialty?
Dr. Ramalakshmi Santhanam practices Nephrology Physician in Conway, SC.
Where does Dr. Ramalakshmi Santhanam practice?
Dr. Ramalakshmi Santhanam practices at 834 Farrar Dr, Conway, SC 295268747. Office phone: 8433479487.
What is Dr. Ramalakshmi Santhanam's NPI?
Dr. Ramalakshmi Santhanam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164099503, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ramalakshmi Santhanam accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ramalakshmi Santhanam accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ramalakshmi Santhanam commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) (HCPCS 90960); Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99223). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.