2026 NPPES data Specialist NPI 1992730881 M.D.
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CHANDRAKANTH AMARAM, M.D.

Specialist in WAYCROSS, Georgia. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
3K
Medicare Part D claims · 211 beneficiaries · Specialist avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
87%
generic claims · 13% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: CHANDRAKANTH AMARAM, M.D. is a Specialist ([object Object]) practicing in WAYCROSS, Georgia with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 3K claims across 211 beneficiaries — 13% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: CHANDRAKANTH AMARAM, M.D. filed 3,036 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across WAYCROSS, Georgia. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

CHANDRAKANTH AMARAM, M.D. at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 07/11/2006

NPI 1992730881

Primary specialty

Specialist

High-volume

69,658 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

3,036 106% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,474

Specialty distribution in Georgia

How Specialist compares to other specialties among Georgia providers

Georgia providers

Specialist share within Georgia

1. Specialist42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Specialist share within Georgia

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Specialist (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Specialist ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Specialist) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Specialist) — ABMS / AOA estimate

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

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CHANDRAKANTH AMARAM, M.D. is a Specialist provider practicing in WAYCROSS, Georgia, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: M.D.. NPI: 1992730881. This profile includes practice location, specialty classification, and organizational affiliations from the CMS provider registry. Provider information is self-reported to CMS and updated monthly.

CHANDRAKANTH AMARAM, M.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Specialist provider holding M.D. credentials at 302 UVALDA ST, WAYCROSS, GA, 31501, with a listed phone of (912) 285-2519. NPI 1992730881 was issued on 07/11/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what AMARAM most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 3,036 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 211 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $347K in drug spend, split 13% brand-name and 87% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 3.9%. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy.

Specialist is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 69,658 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

302 UVALDA ST
WAYCROSS, GA 31501

Provider Details

NPI 1992730881
Specialty Specialist
Credentials M.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 07/11/2006

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where CHANDRAKANTH AMARAM, M.D. bills Medicare from. Star ratings (1-5) are CMS Hospital Compare's "Hospital overall rating" — a composite of mortality, readmission, patient experience, safety, timely care, and efficient use of medical imaging measures. Source: CMS Care Compare.

DRS CHANDRAKANTH AND NIRMALA AMARAM
WAYCROSS, GA

Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

CHANDRAKANTH AMARAM, M.D. — brand share 13.0%
Specialty average (est.)

13% brand-name claims vs 87% generic, on 3,036 2023 Medicare Part D claims.

The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

3,036
Total Claims
$347K
Total Drug Cost
211
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
5,958
Total Day Supply
172,617
Brand vs Generic
13% brand / 87% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$285K
Generic Drug Cost
$50K
Opioid Claims
119 (3.9% rate)
Antibiotic Claims
119

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
70.8 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
2.99
Gender Split
49% female / 51% male
Age Distribution
<65: 49, 65-74: 76, 75-84: 65, 85+: 21

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

Drug Claims
Amlodipine Besylate
208
Atorvastatin Calcium
106
Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen
Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen
96
Lisinopril
90
Tamsulosin Hcl
88
Furosemide
83
Metformin Hcl
79
Losartan Potassium
73
Pantoprazole Sodium
69
Omeprazole
68

* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.

Specialist Overview

How CHANDRAKANTH AMARAM, M.D. fits within the Specialist landscape nationally.

69,658
Specialist Providers in US
55
States with Specialist
1,474
Avg Claims per Provider

CHANDRAKANTH AMARAM, M.D.'s 3,036 claims are above the specialty average of 1,474.

Nearby Specialist Providers in Georgia

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Georgia, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as AMARAM.

Compare Specialist nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CHANDRAKANTH AMARAM, M.D.'s specialty?
CHANDRAKANTH AMARAM, M.D. specializes in Specialist and practices in WAYCROSS, Georgia. Credentials: M.D..
How much does CHANDRAKANTH AMARAM, M.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, CHANDRAKANTH AMARAM, M.D. wrote 3,036 Medicare Part D claims totaling $347K in drug costs for 211 beneficiaries.
Where is CHANDRAKANTH AMARAM, M.D. located?
CHANDRAKANTH AMARAM, M.D. is located at 302 UVALDA ST, WAYCROSS, GA, 31501. Phone: (912) 285-2519.
What is CHANDRAKANTH AMARAM, M.D.'s NPI number?
CHANDRAKANTH AMARAM, M.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1992730881, issued on 07/11/2006.
Does CHANDRAKANTH AMARAM, M.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
CHANDRAKANTH AMARAM, M.D.'s prescribing is 13% brand-name and 87% generic drugs by claim count, with $285K in brand drug costs.
Does CHANDRAKANTH AMARAM, M.D. prescribe opioids?
Yes, CHANDRAKANTH AMARAM, M.D. had 119 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 3.9%.
How many Specialist providers are there in the US?
There are 69,658 Specialist providers across 55 states in the US. The average Specialist provider writes 1,474 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does CHANDRAKANTH AMARAM, M.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, CHANDRAKANTH AMARAM, M.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Amlodipine Besylate, Atorvastatin Calcium, Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does CHANDRAKANTH AMARAM, M.D. accept Medicare?
CHANDRAKANTH AMARAM, M.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 3,036 Part D claims and 211 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify CHANDRAKANTH AMARAM, M.D.'s credentials?
CHANDRAKANTH AMARAM, M.D.'s NPI is 1992730881 with credentials M.D.. 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

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.

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Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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