Uma M Kannapadi, MD
Uma M Kannapadi, MD practices as part of a group nephrologist practice in Natrona Heights, PA. She has been practicing since 2006 — over 37 years. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and kidney disease.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 45% of reporting doctors in Pennsylvania
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 299dNPPES updated 2025-07-11 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
3063 Freeport Rd Ste a, Natrona Heights, PA 15065-1967
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better87.6%
Pennsylvania avg: 82.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+4.8 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in PennsylvaniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
299
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
327
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,897
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $271k
Percentile rankings compared against 3,764 reporting peers in Pennsylvania.
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 (+45%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+27%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+24%) — 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 (+31%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+21%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$859 received from industry
40 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
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 Uma M Kannapadi's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Jul 10, 2025
CMS-verified certification date
37 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Nephrologists treat kidney diseases including chronic kidney disease, kidney failure requiring dialysis, glomerulonephritis, kidney stones, and electrolyte disorders. They manage dialysis access and kidney transplant follow-up.
Taxonomy: 207RN0300X
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Uma M Kannapadi
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Uma M Kannapadi for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, kidney care follow-ups — no travel to Natrona Heights 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 Uma M Kannapadi
Dr. Kannapadi is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Natrona Heights, PA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (412) 683-4550.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Uma M Kannapadi
Practice Location
3063 Freeport Rd Ste a, Natrona Heights, PA 15065-1967
Mailing Address
3063 Freeport Rd Ste a, Natrona Heights, PA 15065-1967
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