Dr. Vivek Veerapaneni, MD
Nephrology
18+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
1 location
About Dr. Vivek Veerapaneni
Vivek Veerapaneni, MD is a healthcare provider practicing in Las Vegas, NV.
Specialty Definition
An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
28
Years Experience
1
Location
1
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Primary Specialty
NephrologyCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Other
Class of 1998
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 1 state
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nevada | 14395 | Internal Medicine |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Vivek Veerapaneni
With 18 years of practice, Dr. Vivek Veerapaneni is an established nephrology provider, MD, after earning their medical degree at Other in 1998. Dr. currently practices at Ming-wei Wu Inc in Las Vegas, Nevada. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1225215684, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Dr. Vivek Veerapaneni as a moderate-volume nephrology provider, treating approximately 525 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 1K services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates balanced experience across typical Medicare conditions.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. Vivek Veerapaneni received $1K in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$1K
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
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Nephrology Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 89146
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Vivek Veerapaneni
What does Dr. Vivek Veerapaneni specialize in?
Dr. Vivek Veerapaneni specializes in Nephrology.
Where does Dr. Vivek Veerapaneni practice?
Dr. Vivek Veerapaneni practices at Ming-wei Wu Inc in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Does Dr. Vivek Veerapaneni accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Vivek Veerapaneni accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 525 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. Vivek Veerapaneni's NPI number?
Dr. Vivek Veerapaneni's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1225215684. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. Vivek Veerapaneni been practicing?
Dr. Vivek Veerapaneni has approximately 18 years of practice experience, having graduated from Other in 1998.