Pragathi Balakrishna, M.D.

Hematology & Oncology

Internal Medicine

Pragathi Balakrishna is a Hematology & Oncology specialist based in Medford, OR with over 13 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(541) 789-4673Medford, OR
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Patients across OR can see Pragathi Balakrishna, M.D. in person in Medford or via virtual visit — no travel required. She has been in practice for 13+ years. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, cancer, and high cholesterol (per CMS claims data).

1 of 53 Internal Medicine providers in ORSee all Internal Medicine in Medford13+ years experienceNPI since 2015

Older · 1587dNPPES updated 2022-01-17 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Oregon Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

3011 E Barnett Rd, Medford, OR 97504

Fax: (541) 789-2121
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

6.7%

Oregon avg: 7 · US avg: 5.1

Lower than most doctors nationally(+1.6 pts)

6.7% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Medicare Patients

336

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

274

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

1,389

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $2.52M

Percentile rankings compared against 1,341 reporting peers in Oregon.

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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, Cancer, and High Cholesterol.

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-8%)62%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here

Cancer
Higher than avg (+38%)59%

Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts

US avg: 20.8%

↑ More patients than average (+38%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-14%)56%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here

Arthritis
49%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%
Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-8%)26%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
26%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-11%)23%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here

Depression
Lower than avg (-9%)23%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

Industry Payment Transparency

$50 received from industry

3 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier

View on CMS Open Payments →

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 Pragathi Balakrishna's NPI.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Board certified · Jan 12, 2022

    Self-reported via NPPES

  2. 13 years in practice

    Established

Internal MedicineHematology & Oncology in MedfordAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

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

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

Po Box 4749, Medford, OR 97501-0227

Differs from practice location

Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals

CMS Certification Number: 220090

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Virtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Pragathi Balakrishna

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Pragathi Balakrishna for blood pressure monitoring, follow-up consultations, cholesterol management — no travel to Medford 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 Pragathi Balakrishna

NPI records show Dr. Balakrishna as active with telehealth listed in Medford, OR. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (541) 789-4673.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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