Rakesh Kumar, M.D.
NPI 1235154683 · Infectious Disease Physician · Murfreesboro, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Infectious Disease · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Rakesh Kumar, M.D. is a Infectious Disease Physician provider in Murfreesboro, TN (NPI 1235154683).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1235154683
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Infectious Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 41374 (TN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
390 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 155 | $102 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 89 | $71 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 53 | $115 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 48 | $153 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 23 | $149 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Vancomycin Hcl | 44 | 11 |
| Ceftriaxone Sodiumbrand: Ceftriaxone | 42 | 11 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 39 | 13 |
| Cephalexin | 36 | 15 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 28 | — |
| Daptomycin | 23 | — |
| Cefazolin Sodium | 22 | — |
| Ertapenem Sodium |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-13
- Last updated
- 2012-06-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rakesh Kumar's NPI number?
- Rakesh Kumar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235154683, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Rakesh Kumar's specialty?
- Rakesh Kumar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Infectious Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Rakesh Kumar located?
- Rakesh Kumar's practice location on file with NPPES is 1800 Medical Center Parkway, Murfreesboro, TN 37129.
- What is Rakesh Kumar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Rakesh Kumar is (615) 396-6800.
- Does Rakesh Kumar accept Medicare?
- Rakesh Kumar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Rakesh Kumar's NPI active?
- Yes — Rakesh Kumar's NPI (1235154683) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-06-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.