Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Savitha Balakrishna, MD
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Lufkin, TX
- NPI 1215011747
- Accepts Medicare
- 31 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
525 Gaslight Blvd
Lufkin, TX 75904
(936) 632-2777
fax (936) 632-5819
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 16, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 1995 — 31 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #M4992
- Medicaid
- TX #187394501
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1215011747. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
125
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$13,604
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 76 | 42 | $123 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 49 | 30 | $87 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 9 peers in this city , average services per provider: 132. This provider delivers 0.9× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$99
Transactions
5
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dexcom, Inc. | 1 | $27.07 | |
| PFIZER INC. | 1 | $23.64 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP | 1 | $16.96 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 1 | $15.78 | |
| Exact Sciences Corporation | 1 | $15.64 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,033
Patients
226
Total drug cost
$170,735
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 163 | 37 | $2,800 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 91 | 22 | $1,455 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 89 | 24 | $1,810 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 87 | 26 | $1,023 |
| Metformin Hcl Er (Metformin Hcl) | Brand | 87 | 25 | $1,563 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 84 | 16 | $2,175 |
| Trulicity (Dulaglutide) | Brand | 68 | 11 | $71,285 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 67 | 20 | $1,288 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 66 | 19 | $763 |
| Montelukast Sodium | Generic | 53 | 11 | $781 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Savitha Balakrishna's medical specialty?
Dr. Savitha Balakrishna practices Family Medicine Physician in Lufkin, TX.
Where does Dr. Savitha Balakrishna practice?
Dr. Savitha Balakrishna practices at 525 Gaslight Blvd, Lufkin, TX 75904. Office phone: 9366322777.
What is Dr. Savitha Balakrishna's NPI?
Dr. Savitha Balakrishna's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215011747, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Savitha Balakrishna accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Savitha Balakrishna accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Savitha Balakrishna commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.