Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Mohan Thakuri, MD
Hematology · Asheville, NC
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice
— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Low-engagement
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
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What this data tells you about Dr. Thakuri
Dr. Mohan Thakuri is a hematology specialist in Asheville, NC, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Thakuri performed 77,988 Medicare services across 3,586 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Thakuri received a total of $728 from 17 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 39 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in hematology. Most payments are for meals and travel — low-value interactions common across virtually all practicing physicians. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dr. Thakuri is Very High — reflecting how much public federal data is available about this provider. Patients are encouraged to use this data as one of several factors when choosing a healthcare provider.
✓ 20 years in practice
▲ Top 2% volume in NC
$728 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗77,988
Medicare services
Top 2% in NC for hematology
3,586
Unique beneficiaries
$20
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~3,899 Medicare services per year of practice
Top procedures by volume
Ranked by number of services performed for Medicare patients. Avg. submitted charge is what the provider billed; avg. Medicare payment is what CMS paid.
| Procedure | Volume | Avg. paid | Avg. submitted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iron infusion (Feraheme) An injection of ferumoxytol used to treat iron deficiency anemia in patients not on dialysis. |
14,280 | $0 | $4 |
| Daratumumab injection (Darzalex) An injection containing daratumumab and hyaluronidase-fihj administered under the skin. |
14,040 | $38 | $136 |
| Nivolumab injection (Opdivo) | 7,820 | $24 | $88 |
| Pembrolizumab injection (Keytruda) | 7,500 | $43 | $157 |
| Anti-nausea injection (aprepitant) | 6,760 | $1 | $6 |
| Epoetin alfa injection (Procrit) for anemia An injection of epoetin alfa containing 1000 units for use in patients not on end-stage renal disease (ESRD) dialysis. |
6,300 | $6 | $25 |
| Immune globulin infusion (Gammagard) An injection of immune globulin (Gammagard Liquid) to provide antibodies. The dose specified is 500 mg. |
3,190 | $36 | $141 |
| Denosumab injection (Prolia/Xgeva) | 2,280 | $18 | $64 |
| Contrast dye for imaging (iodine-based) A contrast agent containing 300-399 mg/ml of iodine used to enhance imaging studies. It is administered per milliliter to improve the visibility of internal structures. |
2,000 | $0 | $1 |
| Dexamethasone injection (steroid) An injection of dexamethasone sodium phosphate, a corticosteroid medication, administered in a dose of 1 milligram. |
1,740 | $0 | $1 |
| Bortezomib injection, 0.1 mg Administration of a 0.1 mg dose of bortezomib medication via injection. |
1,610 | $4 | $135 |
| Complete blood count (CBC) with differential An automated laboratory test that measures the levels of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets in the blood, including a breakdown of the different types of white blood cells. |
1,540 | $8 | $29 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
1,304 | $8 | $9 |
| Iron infusion (Monoferric) | 1,200 | $16 | $74 |
| Anti-nausea injection (Aloxi/palonosetron) | 900 | $1 | $41 |
| Injection, fulvestrant, 25 mg | 410 | $9 | $139 |
| Office visit, established patient (30-39 min) A follow-up office visit for an existing patient lasting between 30 and 39 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition. |
376 | $87 | $390 |
| Anti-nausea injection (ondansetron/Zofran) | 344 | $0 | $3 |
| Intravenous chemotherapy infusion, 1 hour or less Administration of chemotherapy medication directly into a vein. The procedure takes one hour or less to complete. |
315 | $93 | $421 |
| Injection, leucovorin calcium, per 50 mg | 299 | $3 | $14 |
| Drug injection, under skin or into muscle A procedure involving the administration of a medication or substance via injection into the subcutaneous tissue or muscle. |
271 | $10 | $67 |
| Intravenous injection of additional new drug or substance Administration of an additional new medication or substance directly into a vein. |
249 | $11 | $66 |
| Enhanced Oncology Model monthly payment This code represents the monthly enhanced oncology services payment under the Enhancing Oncology Model. It covers the administrative payment for enhanced services provided to eligible patients. |
242 | $69 | $210 |
| Fluorouracil injection, 500 mg Administration of a 500 mg dose of fluorouracil medication via injection. |
237 | $2 | $7 |
| Office visit, established patient (20-29 min) An office visit for an existing patient lasting between 20 and 29 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition. |
207 | $57 | $277 |
| Etoposide chemotherapy injection Administration of etoposide, a chemotherapy medication, via injection. The dose specified is 10 mg. |
207 | $1 | $4 |
| Office visit, established patient, complex (40-54 min) An office or outpatient visit for an existing patient lasting between 40 and 54 minutes. This level of service is determined by the total time spent on the date of the encounter. |
200 | $130 | $550 |
| Carboplatin chemotherapy injection, 50 mg Administration of a 50 mg dose of carboplatin, a chemotherapy medication, via injection. |
169 | $2 | $39 |
| Additional sequential IV infusion, 1 hour or less This code represents an additional intravenous infusion administered sequentially to a primary infusion. It covers the administration time of one hour or less. |
167 | $20 | $103 |
| Non-hormonal chemotherapy injection This procedure involves administering non-hormonal anti-neoplastic chemotherapy medication via injection into the skin or muscle tissue. |
149 | $51 | $234 |
| Zoledronic acid injection, 1 mg An injection of zoledronic acid administered at a dose of 1 mg. |
144 | $7 | $126 |
| Intravenous infusion, 1 hour or less Administration of medication or fluid directly into a vein for therapeutic, preventive, or diagnostic purposes. The procedure lasts one hour or less. |
134 | $46 | $208 |
| Diphenhydramine injection, up to 50 mg An injection of diphenhydramine hydrochloride, an antihistamine medication, administered in a dose of up to 50 milligrams. |
134 | $1 | $4 |
| Injection, gemcitabine hydrochloride, not otherwise specified, 200 mg | 104 | $3 | $42 |
| Hospital follow-up visit, high complexity Subsequent hospital inpatient or observation care for an existing patient involving high-level medical decision making, with at least 50 minutes total time on the date of the encounter. |
88 | $90 | $308 |
| Hospital follow-up visit, moderate complexity Follow-up hospital visit for an existing patient involving moderate medical decision making. The visit requires at least 35 minutes of time spent on the date of service. |
87 | $60 | $214 |
| Vitamin B-12 injection An injection of vitamin B-12 (cyanocobalamin) with a dose of up to 1000 mcg. |
77 | $1 | $6 |
| Principal care management for high-risk disease, first 30 minutes This service covers the initial 30 minutes of clinical staff time per calendar month to manage a single high-risk disease. It is directed by a healthcare professional. |
73 | $44 | $180 |
| Additional hour of intravenous infusion This code represents each additional hour of intravenous infusion beyond the initial hour for therapy, prevention, or diagnosis. |
69 | $15 | $65 |
| Intravenous infusion of new drug or substance, 1 hour or less This procedure involves administering a new medication or substance directly into a vein through an existing access site. The infusion is completed within one hour or less. |
59 | $47 | $205 |
| New patient office visit (45-59 min) An initial office visit for a new patient lasting between 45 and 59 minutes. This code covers the total time spent by the physician or qualified healthcare professional on the date of the encounter. |
59 | $112 | $509 |
| Additional hour of intravenous chemotherapy This code represents the administration of chemotherapy medication into a vein for each additional hour beyond the initial period. |
57 | $19 | $164 |
| Subcutaneous or intramuscular chemotherapy injection This procedure involves administering anti-cancer hormonal medication through an injection into the tissue under the skin or into a muscle. |
52 | $24 | $135 |
| Irrigation of implanted venous access device This procedure involves flushing an implanted venous access device to clear blockages or maintain patency. It ensures the device remains functional for delivering medications or fluids. |
39 | $18 | $83 |
| Normal saline infusion, 1000 cc Administration of 1000 cc of normal saline solution into a vein. This procedure involves the intravenous delivery of a sterile saltwater solution. |
39 | $2 | $9 |
| Additional hour of intravenous hydration This code represents each additional hour of intravenous fluid administration beyond the initial hour. It is used to bill for extended hydration therapy. |
35 | $9 | $40 |
| Intravenous drug injection A procedure involving the administration of a medication or substance directly into a vein. |
32 | $26 | $121 |
| New patient office visit, complex (60-74 min) | 32 | $152 | $673 |
| Unclassified drug A medication that does not fit into standard HCPCS or CPT classification categories. |
32 | $1 | $21 |
| Intravenous push injection of new drug or substance A healthcare provider injects a new medication or substance directly into a vein using a push technique. |
29 | $41 | $177 |
| Initial hospital admission, high complexity Initial hospital inpatient or observation care for a new patient involving high-level medical decision making, with at least 75 minutes total time on the date of the encounter. |
28 | $132 | $595 |
| Venipuncture for blood collection A procedure to draw blood from a vein for medical testing or analysis. |
25 | $51 | $313 |
| Intravenous hydration infusion, 31-60 minutes Administration of fluids into a vein to maintain hydration. This procedure involves an infusion lasting between 31 and 60 minutes. |
24 | $24 | $105 |
| Urinalysis, manual A manual laboratory examination of a urine sample to check for various substances and cells. |
22 | $3 | $11 |
| Hospital discharge management, 30+ min This service covers the care provided by a physician or qualified healthcare professional on the day a patient is discharged from the hospital. It requires more than 30 minutes of total time spent on the day of discharge. |
22 | $87 | $316 |
| Fluorodeoxyglucose f-18 fdg, diagnostic, per study dose, up to 45 millicuries | 22 | $196 | $1,533 |
| Concurrent intravenous infusion Administration of medication or fluid into a vein for therapy, prevention, or diagnosis while another infusion is being given. |
20 | $14 | $63 |
| New patient office visit (30-44 min) An initial office visit for a new patient lasting between 30 and 44 minutes. This code is used when the total time spent on the date of the encounter falls within this range. |
19 | $77 | $342 |
| IV chemotherapy initiation with community continuation Initiation of an intravenous chemotherapy infusion in a clinic using clinic supplies, with continuation of the infusion in a community setting such as home or assisted living. |
19 | $175 | $613 |
| CT scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast A CT scan that uses dye to create detailed images of the abdomen and pelvis. This imaging test helps doctors examine internal organs and structures in these areas. |
17 | $161 | $733 |
| Hospital follow-up visit, low complexity Follow-up hospital visit for an established patient with straightforward or low-level medical decision making. The visit requires at least 25 minutes of time spent on the day of service. |
17 | $38 | $117 |
| CT scan of chest with contrast A computed tomography scan of the chest using a contrast dye to enhance the visibility of internal structures. |
16 | $49 | $368 |
| Automated red blood cell count An automated laboratory test that measures the number of red blood cells in a blood sample. |
16 | $4 | $12 |
| Methylprednisolone injection, up to 40 mg An injection of methylprednisolone sodium succinate, a corticosteroid medication, administered in a dose of up to 40 mg. |
15 | $3 | $13 |
| Nuclear medicine scan from skull base to mid-thigh with CT A nuclear medicine imaging study covering the area from the base of the skull to the middle of the thighs, performed alongside a CT scan. |
14 | $1,082 | $4,447 |
| Whole body nuclear medicine scan with CT A combined imaging procedure using nuclear medicine and CT scans to visualize the entire body. |
11 | $1,082 | $4,447 |
How to read this data: This reflects Medicare patients only (typically 65+). Payment amounts are what Medicare paid the provider, not your out-of-pocket cost. A higher procedure volume generally indicates more experience with that procedure.
25.0% high complexity
69.2% medium
5.8% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$728
Total received (2019-2024)
Avg $146/year across 5 years
Bottom 30% in NC for hematology
17
Companies
39
Individual payments
All payments are legal and publicly reported · Not evidence of wrongdoing · How to interpret →
Payment profile
Industry payments classified by relationship type. Not all payments are equal — research and consulting reflect different relationships than speaking programs or meals.
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$728 (100.0%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$129
2023
$141
2022
$269
2021
$109
2019
$80
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$21
Adaptive Biotechnologies Corporation
$21
SOBI, INC
$20
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$18
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$18
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$16
TAIHO ONCOLOGY, INC.
$15
Top 3 companies account for 48.7% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2019-2024) ›
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$258
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$123
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$56
EISAI INC.
$42
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$32
Pharmacosmos Therapeutics Inc.
$24
Adaptive Biotechnologies Corporation
$21
Kite Pharma, Inc.
$21
SOBI, INC
$20
PFIZER INC.
$20
Tactile Systems Technology Inc
$18
EMD Serono, Inc.
$18
Genentech USA, Inc.
$16
Amgen Inc.
$15
Seagen Inc.
$15
TAIHO ONCOLOGY, INC.
$15
Kyowa Kirin, Inc.
$15
Top 3 companies account for 60.0% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ADCETRIS · BAVENCIO · DARZALEX · ELIQUIS · ENHERTU · ERLEADA · Flexitouch Plus · IMBRUVICA · IMFINZI · KISQALI · Kyprolis · LONSURF · LUTATHERA · LYNPARZA · Lenvima · MEKINIST · MONOFERRIC · PIQRAY · PROMACTA · Padcev · Perjeta · Poteligeo · SANDOSTATIN · TASIGNA · VONJO · clonoSEQ
Should you be concerned? Payments from pharmaceutical and device companies are legal and common — 57% of U.S. physicians receive at least one. They often reflect legitimate consulting, research, or education. What matters is whether a recommended drug or device appears in your doctor's payment records. If so, consider asking your doctor about it. How to interpret this data →
Most payments (100%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Geographic Context
Hematologists within 10 mi
10
Per 100K population
3.7
County median income
$70,578
Nearest hospital
MEMORIAL MISSION HOSPITAL AND ASHEVILLE SURGERY CE
3.7 mi
3.7 mi
Data Sources
| Provider Registry | ✓ NPPES | Weekly updates |
| Medicare Enrollment | ✓ PECOS | Monthly updates |
| Practice Data | ✓ Medicare Util. | Annual (CY lag) |
| Industry Payments | ✓ Open Payments | CY 2024 |
| Disciplinary History | — Not public | N/A |
This provider has data in 4 of 4 available federal datasets, with a Data Coverage level of Very High. This reflects how much public data is available about a provider. How we calculate this →
Summary
Dr. Thakuri is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 2% in NC), with low-engagement industry engagement, with 20 years of NPI registration.
This summary is auto-generated from federal data, describing data availability and patterns. Read our methodology →
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Thakuri experienced with iron infusion (feraheme)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Thakuri performed 14,280 iron infusion (feraheme) services. Research suggests that higher procedure volume is often associated with better outcomes, particularly for complex procedures. Note that Medicare data only captures patients aged 65 and older, so the total practice volume across all patients is likely higher.
Does Dr. Thakuri receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Thakuri received a total of $728 from 17 companies across 39 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common among physicians — 57% of all U.S. physicians receive at least one industry payment. Patients may wish to ask their doctor about these relationships, especially if a recommended drug or device appears in the payment records.
How do Dr. Thakuri's costs compare to other hematologists in Asheville?
Dr. Thakuri's average Medicare payment per service is $20. Note that these figures represent what Medicare pays, not your out-of-pocket cost, which depends on your specific insurance plan and deductible. Procedure-level data above shows both what was submitted and what Medicare paid for each service type.
What does Data Coverage mean?
Data Coverage (currently Very High for Dr. Thakuri) measures how much public federal data is available about a provider. It is not a quality rating. A "Very High" or "High" level means the provider has data across multiple federal sources (NPPES, PECOS, Medicare Utilization, Open Payments), indicating a long track record of practice, Medicare participation, and industry disclosure. A "Low" or "Moderate" level may simply mean the provider is newer, does not see Medicare patients, or has not received any industry payments — none of which are inherently negative. Read our full methodology →
Is this data up to date?
Each data source has its own update cycle. Provider registry data (NPPES) is updated weekly. Medicare enrollment (PECOS) is updated monthly. Medicare practice data has a ~2 year lag — the most recent available is typically 2 years prior. Industry payment data (Open Payments) is published annually, usually in June, covering the prior calendar year. We display the data date prominently on each section so you always know how current it is. See our data freshness policy →
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