Rahul Julka, M.D.
NPI 1235216425 · Gastroenterology Physician · Merrillville, IN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Rahul Julka, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Merrillville, IN (NPI 1235216425).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1235216425
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 01072582A (IN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
710 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 .
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 170 | $130 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 100 | $173 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 85 | $81 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 78 | $463 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 73 | $313 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 498 | 223 |
| Famotidine | 197 | 90 |
| Omeprazole | 88 | 36 |
| Sodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/Pegbrand: Peg 3350-Electrolyte | 40 | 33 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 33 | 14 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 29 | 25 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 22 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$339 across 15 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-11-01
- Last updated
- 2013-09-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rahul Julka's NPI number?
- Rahul Julka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235216425, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Rahul Julka's specialty?
- Rahul Julka is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Rahul Julka located?
- Rahul Julka's practice location on file with NPPES is 5825 Broadway Suite B, Merrillville, IN 46410-2664.
- What is Rahul Julka's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Rahul Julka is (219) 981-9000.
- Does Rahul Julka accept Medicare?
- Rahul Julka is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Rahul Julka's NPI active?
- Yes — Rahul Julka's NPI (1235216425) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-09-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.