Lenkala R Mallaiah, MD
Gastroenterology Internal Medicine
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
With over 51 years in internal medicine, Lenkala R Mallaiah, MD is a long-established gastroenterologist in Sanford. He has been in practice for 51+ years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 24% of reporting doctors in Florida
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 5179dNPPES updated 2012-03-01 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
311 N Mangoustine Ave, Sanford, FL 32771-1098
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better81.2%
Florida avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-1.6 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
124
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
55
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
154
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $58k
Percentile rankings compared against 5,053 reporting peers in Florida.
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 Arthritis.
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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — 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 (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$22 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 Lenkala R Mallaiah's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
51 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Gastroenterologists diagnose and treat digestive system disorders including GERD, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's, ulcerative colitis), liver disease, pancreatitis, and colon polyps. They perform endoscopies and colonoscopies.
Taxonomy: 207RG0100X
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Lenkala R Mallaiah
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Lenkala R Mallaiah for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Sanford 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 Lenkala R Mallaiah
NPI records show Dr. Mallaiah as active with telehealth listed in Sanford, FL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (407) 321-4570.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Lenkala R Mallaiah
Practice Location
311 N Mangoustine Ave, Sanford, FL 32771-1098
Mailing Address
311 N Mangoustine Ave, Sanford, FL 32771-1098
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