Mahesha Makandura, M.D.
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Mahesha Makandura is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Novi, MI with over 16 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Mahesha Makandura, M.D. has been part of the Novi medical community since 2016 in group practice. She has been in practice for 16+ years. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, arthritis, and high cholesterol.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 26% of reporting doctors in Michigan
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 620dNPPES updated 2024-09-11 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Michigan Board of Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better83.6%
Michigan avg: 83.5 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+0.8 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
42
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
98
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
360
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $336k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,194 reporting peers in Michigan.
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, Arthritis, and High Cholesterol.
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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+22%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.92 / 1.00
High vulnerabilityShe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Sep 10, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
16 years in practice
Experienced
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Mailing address
1 Ford Pl Ste 3a, Detroit, MI 48202-3450
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Mahesha Makandura
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Mahesha Makandura for blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Novi 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 Mahesha Makandura
NPI records show Dr. Makandura as active with telehealth listed in Novi, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (248) 344-6688.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Mahesha Makandura
Practice Location
39450 W 12 Mile Rd, Novi, MI 48377-3600
Mailing Address
1 Ford Pl Ste 3a, Detroit, MI 48202-3450
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