Prasanna Santhanam, MD
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Prasanna Santhanam is an Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism specialist based in Baltimore, MD with over 25 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: ENDOCRINOLOGY
Prasanna Santhanam, MD has been part of the Baltimore medical community since 2007 in group practice. With 25+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Baltimore area. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, osteoporosis, and hypertension.
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
601 N Caroline St 3rd Floor, Baltimore, MD 21287-0006
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202374.4/100
Maryland avg: 77.8 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-9.2 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
719
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
107
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
513
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $99k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,391 reporting peers in Maryland.
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 High Cholesterol, Osteoporosis, and Hypertension.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+53%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — 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.
25 years in practice
Experienced
Endocrinologists treat hormonal and metabolic disorders including diabetes (type 1 and 2), thyroid disease, osteoporosis, adrenal disorders, pituitary conditions, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
Taxonomy: 207RE0101X
Virtual Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Care With Prasanna Santhanam
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Prasanna Santhanam for cholesterol management, follow-up consultations, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Baltimore 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 Prasanna Santhanam
Dr. Santhanam is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Baltimore, MD. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (410) 955-6989.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Prasanna Santhanam
Practice Location
601 N Caroline St 3rd Floor, Baltimore, MD 21287-0006
Mailing Address
601 N Caroline St 3rd Floor, Baltimore, MD 21287-0006
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