Gurunadh Vemulakonda, MD
NPI 1235157207 · Ophthalmology Physician · Palo Alto, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gurunadh Vemulakonda, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Palo Alto, CA (NPI 1235157207).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1235157207
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD60022492 (WA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
5,793 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 2,187 | $51 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 1,170 | $155 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 944 | $111 |
| Compounded Drug, Not Otherwise ClassifiedJ7999 | 560 | $90 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 377 | $156 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 106 | 65 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 67 | 29 |
| Bromfenac Sodium | 35 | — |
| Polymyxin B Sulf/Trimethoprimbrand: Polymyxin B Sul-Trimethoprim | 35 | 34 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 27 | 13 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 24 | 16 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate/Timololbrand: Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol | 12 | — |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-18
- Last updated
- 2020-05-29
- Certified
- 2020-05-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gurunadh Vemulakonda's NPI number?
- Gurunadh Vemulakonda's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235157207, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gurunadh Vemulakonda's specialty?
- Gurunadh Vemulakonda is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gurunadh Vemulakonda located?
- Gurunadh Vemulakonda's practice location on file with NPPES is 795 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94301-2302.
- What is Gurunadh Vemulakonda's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gurunadh Vemulakonda is (650) 853-2974.
- Does Gurunadh Vemulakonda accept Medicare?
- Gurunadh Vemulakonda is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gurunadh Vemulakonda's NPI active?
- Yes — Gurunadh Vemulakonda's NPI (1235157207) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-05-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.