Sallini Kalachandran, MD
Sallini Kalachandran, MD specializes in family medicine, serving patients in Byron Center, MI in group practice. She has been in practice for 8+ years. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and kidney disease (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 87.09/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 54% of reporting doctors in Michigan
- Federal MIPS score higher than 49% of MIPS-scored doctors in Michigan
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 828dNPPES updated 2024-01-29 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
7751 Byron Center Ave Sw Ste a, Byron Center, MI 49315-8001
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Michigan, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202387.09/100
Michigan avg: 85.2 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+3.5 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in MichiganHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better5.3%
Michigan avg: 5.3 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+0.2 pts)
5.3% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88%
Michigan avg: 83.5 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.2 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MichiganHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
55
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
144
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,188
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $116k
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, High Cholesterol, and Chronic Kidney Disease.
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
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+34%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+38%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor
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.
Board certified · Nov 1, 2023
CMS-verified certification date
8 years in practice
Established
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Mailing address
100 Michigan St Ne # Mc845, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2560
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Sallini Kalachandran
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Sallini Kalachandran for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, kidney care follow-ups — no travel to Byron Center 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 Sallini Kalachandran
NPI records show Dr. Kalachandran as active with telehealth listed in Byron Center, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (616) 878-3321.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Sallini Kalachandran
Practice Location
7751 Byron Center Ave Sw Ste a, Byron Center, MI 49315-8001
Mailing Address
100 Michigan St Ne # Mc845, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2560
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