VIJAYA CHELIKANI MD – NPI #1528686474
Internal Medicine
An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
VIJAYA CHELIKANI is a physician located in SHELBY, NC. NPPES has assigned the NPI number 1528686474 to VIJAYA CHELIKANI on July 08, 2020. It is a Type-1 NPI, indicating this NPI number is associated with an individual. With multiple taxonomy codes selected, the primary taxonomy selected by this provider is 207RN0300X from the Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set, which is classified as Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology
The NPI profile was last updated on Jun 10, 2025. Use the NPI data found here to bill health insurance companies, identify providers enrolled in Medicare and Medicaid services or other HIPAA compliant transactions. See the complete NPI profile for VIJAYA CHELIKANI below.
NPI Profile for
VIJAYA CHELIKANI
(about 6 years ago)
SHELBY, NC 28150-3746 Phone: (704) 481-7904 Fax: (810) 342-5810
1 Other location(s):
Rutherfordton, NC 28139-3320
Phone: (704) 487-9766
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| Taxonomy Classification / Specialization | State | License |
|---|---|---|
| 207RN0300X - Internal Medicine / Nephrology (Primary) |
NC | 202501377 |
| 207R00000X - Internal Medicine |
MI | 4351046870 |
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Additional Information
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- Refer to Home Health Agency
- Order Power Mobility Devices
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