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2026 NPPES data Specialist NPI 1518943281 MD
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Specialist in Kingman, Arizona.
This profile is drawn from the federal National Provider Identifier Registry (CMS NPPES), which lists more than 7 million U.S. healthcare providers - including 69,608 in Specialist, and covers specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare Part D prescribing data when reported. According to CMS, every field reflects the provider's official federal registration, see our methodology.
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Prescribing volume
3K
Medicare Part D claims · 490 beneficiaries · Specialist avg: 1K
What the federal data shows
Arulasanam Kalanithi, MD filed 2,989 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Specialist in Kingman, Arizona.
- 3K
- Part D claims, 2023
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Arulasanam Kalanithi, MD's Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber
Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023, across all CMS prescribers nationally
2,989 Top 12% higher than 88% of 1,370,886 prescribers
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Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023
What does the federal data show about Arulasanam Kalanithi, MD?
Quality data not reportedPrimary specialty
Specialist
Medicare Part D claims
2,989 103% vs specialty avg
Specialty distribution in Arizona
How Specialist compares to other specialties among Arizona providers
Board certification
Not published by CMS
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How MIPS and board certification work
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Arulasanam Kalanithi, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Specialist provider holding MD credentials at 1753 AIRWAY AVE, Kingman, AZ, 86409, with a listed phone of (928) 757-4359. NPI 1518943281 was issued on 12/15/2005.
Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 2,989 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 490 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $413K in drug spend.
Specialist is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 69,608 enrolled providers across 55 states and an average of 1,474 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline.
Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist, always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.
Practice Address
Provider Details
| NPI | 1518943281 |
|---|---|
| Specialty | Specialist |
| Credentials | MD |
| Gender | Male |
| NPI Issued | 12/15/2005 |
Medicare Part D Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.
2,989
Total Claims
$413K
Total Drug Cost
490
Medicare Beneficiaries
Prescribing Breakdown
- 30-Day Fills
- 8,191
- Total Day Supply
- 245,039
- Generic Drug Cost
- $45K
Patient Demographics
- Average Patient Age
- 75.8 years
- Avg HCC Risk Score
- 1.71
- Gender Split
- 47% female / 53% male
- Age Distribution
- <65: 33, 65-74: 179, 75-84: 204, 85+: 74
Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.
What Arulasanam Kalanithi, MD prescribes most
Top Medicare Part D drugs by claim count, 2023
- Clopidogrel
Clopidogrel
298 claims
- Atorvastatin Calcium
Atorvastatin Calcium
281 claims
- Metoprolol Succinate
Metoprolol Succinate
275 claims
- Metoprolol Tartrate
Metoprolol Tartrate
149 claims
- Simvastatin
Simvastatin
149 claims
- Lisinopril
Lisinopril
140 claims
- Eliquis
Eliquis
131 claims
- Furosemide 108
Furosemide
108 claims
| Drug | Claims |
|---|---|
| Clopidogrel Clopidogrel Bisulfate | 298 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 281 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 275 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | 149 |
| Simvastatin | 149 |
| Lisinopril | 140 |
| Eliquis Apixaban | 131 |
| Furosemide | 108 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 107 |
| Carvedilol | 90 |
* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.
Specialist Overview
How Arulasanam Kalanithi, MD fits within the Specialist landscape nationally.
69,608
Specialist Providers in US
55
States with Specialist
1,474
Avg Claims per Provider
Arulasanam Kalanithi, MD's 2,989 claims are above the specialty average of 1,474.
Nearby Specialist Providers in Arizona
Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Arizona, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as Kalanithi.
Dr. Michael Abeshaus
MD
Flagstaff, AZ
Dr. Howard Abrams
M.D.
Phoenix, AZ
Rashael Achinivu
Peoria, AZ
Dr. Claire Acuff
PTA
Avondale, AZ
Deborah Adams-Courtland
Prescott, AZ
Compare Specialist nationally: see state-by-state distribution →
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arulasanam Kalanithi, MD's specialty? ▼
Arulasanam Kalanithi, MD specializes in Specialist and practices in Kingman, Arizona. Credentials: MD.
How much does Arulasanam Kalanithi, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D? ▼
In 2023, Arulasanam Kalanithi, MD wrote 2,989 Medicare Part D claims totaling $413K in drug costs for 490 beneficiaries.
Where is Arulasanam Kalanithi, MD located? ▼
Arulasanam Kalanithi, MD is located at 1753 AIRWAY AVE, Kingman, AZ, 86409. Phone: (928) 757-4359.
What is Arulasanam Kalanithi, MD's NPI number? ▼
Arulasanam Kalanithi, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518943281, issued on 12/15/2005.
How many Specialist providers are there in the US? ▼
There are 69,608 Specialist providers across 55 states in the US. The average Specialist provider writes 1,474 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does Arulasanam Kalanithi, MD prescribe most often? ▼
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, Arulasanam Kalanithi, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Clopidogrel, Atorvastatin Calcium, Metoprolol Succinate. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does Arulasanam Kalanithi, MD accept Medicare? ▼
Arulasanam Kalanithi, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 2,989 Part D claims and 490 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify Arulasanam Kalanithi, MD's credentials? ▼
Arulasanam Kalanithi, MD's NPI is 1518943281 with credentials MD. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.
Data Sources
View source datasets and methodology notes
- Provider Directory
- CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
- Specialty Classification
- NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
- Prescribing Data
- CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
- Limitations
- Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.
See our complete data methodology for details on how we collect and process government data.
Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
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