Lakshmi Lavanya Sodagum, M.D.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Lakshmi Lavanya Sodagum, M.D. has been part of the Newton medical community since 2005 in independent practice. With 30+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the Newton area. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and kidney disease (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 52% of reporting doctors in New Jersey
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Recent · 48dNPPES updated 2026-03-19 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
67 High St Suite 102, Newton, NJ 07860-1705
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202316.39/100
New Jersey avg: 83.4 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-67.2 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.31%
New Jersey avg: 4.1 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.8 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in New Jersey0.31% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
1,020
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
605
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,836
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $934k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,091 reporting peers in New Jersey.
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, High Cholesterol, and Chronic Kidney Disease.
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
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+45%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+28%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+30%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$20 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Lakshmi Lavanya Sodagum's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Mar 18, 2026
CMS-verified certification date
30 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Nephrologists treat kidney diseases including chronic kidney disease, kidney failure requiring dialysis, glomerulonephritis, kidney stones, and electrolyte disorders. They manage dialysis access and kidney transplant follow-up.
Taxonomy: 207RN0300X
Mailing address
Po Box 535, Budd Lake, NJ 07828-0535
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Lakshmi Lavanya Sodagum
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Lakshmi Lavanya Sodagum for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, kidney care follow-ups — no travel to Newton 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 Lakshmi Lavanya Sodagum
Dr. Sodagum is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Newton, NJ. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (973) 579-5009.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Lakshmi Lavanya Sodagum
Practice Location
67 High St Suite 102, Newton, NJ 07860-1705
Mailing Address
Po Box 535, Budd Lake, NJ 07828-0535
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