Meenakshi Thirunavu, M.D.
Meenakshi Thirunavu is a Hematology & Oncology specialist based in Kansas City, KS with over 30 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Meenakshi Thirunavu, M.D. has practiced internal medicine for 30+ years, working in group practice. With 30+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the Kansas City area. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 92.26/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 27% of reporting doctors in Kansas
- Federal MIPS score higher than 90% of MIPS-scored doctors in Kansas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
University of Kansas Medical Center 3901 Rainbow Blvd 6076 Delp Mail Stop 1044, Kansas City, KS 66160
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 90% of doctors in Kansas on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202392.26/100
Kansas avg: 86.3 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.7 pts)
Top 10% of MIPS-scored doctors in KansasHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better4.55%
Kansas avg: 5.6 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.5 pts)
4.55% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better67.3%
Kansas avg: 81.7 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-15.5 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
197
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
156
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
748
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.76M
Percentile rankings compared against 648 reporting peers in Kansas.
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 (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
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.
30 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
Taxonomy: 207RH0003X
Mailing address
14708 W. 50th Street, Shawnee, KS 66216
Differs from practice location
Virtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Meenakshi Thirunavu
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Meenakshi Thirunavu for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Kansas City 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 Meenakshi Thirunavu
Dr. Thirunavu is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Kansas City, KS. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (913) 588-6029.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Meenakshi Thirunavu
Practice Location
University of Kansas Medical Center 3901 Rainbow Blvd 6076 Delp Mail Stop 1044, Kansas City, KS 66160
Mailing Address
14708 W. 50th Street, Shawnee, KS 66216
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