Anusha Chandrakanthan, M.D
Addiction Medicine Preventive Medicine
Also practices: ADDICTION MEDICINE
Anusha Chandrakanthan, M.D has been part of the Palo Alto medical community since 2011 in group practice. She has been in practice for 17+ years. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, depression, and anxiety (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 80.58/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 25% of reporting doctors in California
- Federal MIPS score higher than 46% of MIPS-scored doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 681dNPPES updated 2024-06-24 · verify on CMS
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in California, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202380.58/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-3 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in CaliforniaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better4.01%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.1 pts)
4.01% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
33
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
79
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
499
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $63k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, Depression, and Anxiety Disorders.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+43%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+41%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Problematic patterns of drug or alcohol use leading to health issues
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Jun 23, 2024
CMS-verified certification date
17 years in practice
Experienced
A physician engaged in the subspecialty practice of Addiction Medicine who specializes in the prevention, evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and recovery of persons with the disease of addiction.
Taxonomy: 2083A0300X
Mailing address
20183 Northcrest Sq, Cupertino, CA 95014-0511
Differs from practice location
Virtual Addiction Medicine Care With Anusha Chandrakanthan
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Anusha Chandrakanthan for blood pressure monitoring, depression management, anxiety counseling — no travel to Palo Alto required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Anusha Chandrakanthan
NPI records show Dr. Chandrakanthan as active with telehealth listed in Palo Alto, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (650) 725-5593.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Anusha Chandrakanthan
Practice Location
401 Quarry Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1419
Mailing Address
20183 Northcrest Sq, Cupertino, CA 95014-0511
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