Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Vetrivel Balakrishnan, M.D.
Anesthesiology Physician (CMS: Anesthesiology) · Milwaukee, WI
- NPI 1619950672
- Accepts Medicare
- 44 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2900 W Oklahoma Ave
Milwaukee, WI 532154330
(414) 649-6000 - Mailing address
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225 S Executive Dr
Brookfield, WI 530054266
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 19, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 1982 — 44 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207L00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Wisconsin #38599
- Medicaid
- WI #32591300
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1619950672. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
95
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$22,250
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
00145 |
Anesthesia for retinal surgery | 19 | 19 | $177 | |
01926 |
Anesthesia for x-ray on artery of brain, heart, or chest | 18 | 18 | $360 | |
00731 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope | 17 | 17 | $150 | |
01922 |
Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy | 16 | 16 | $230 | |
36620 |
Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin | 13 | 13 | $42 | |
00537 |
Anesthesia for procedure to assess heart electrical activity | 12 | 12 | $468 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 98 peers in Milwaukee Anesthesiology Physician, average services per provider: 36. This provider delivers 2.6× the peer median.Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Vetrivel Balakrishnan's medical specialty?
Dr. Vetrivel Balakrishnan practices Anesthesiology Physician in Milwaukee, WI.
Where does Dr. Vetrivel Balakrishnan practice?
Dr. Vetrivel Balakrishnan practices at 2900 W Oklahoma Ave, Milwaukee, WI 532154330. Office phone: 4146496000.
What is Dr. Vetrivel Balakrishnan's NPI?
Dr. Vetrivel Balakrishnan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1619950672, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Vetrivel Balakrishnan accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Vetrivel Balakrishnan accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Vetrivel Balakrishnan commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Anesthesia for retinal surgery (HCPCS 00145); Anesthesia for x-ray on artery of brain, heart, or chest (HCPCS 01926); Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope (HCPCS 00731). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.