Akshey Gupta, M.D.
NPI 1245249887 · Nephrology Physician · Lafayette, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Akshey Gupta, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Lafayette, LA (NPI 1245249887).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1245249887
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 017033 (LA)
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
4,726 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 | 805 | $93 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 752 | $74 |
| Creatinine Level to Test for Kidney Function Or Muscle Injury82570 | 750 | $5 |
| 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 | 744 | $15 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 738 | $2 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 66 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Furosemide | 271 | 83 |
| Losartan Potassium | 238 | 74 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 209 | 67 |
| Allopurinol | 199 | 54 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 159 | 38 |
| Doxazosin Mesylate | 148 | 39 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 130 | 37 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$905 across 44 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
- 2006-08-05
- Last updated
- 2024-05-30
- Certified
- 2024-05-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Akshey Gupta's NPI number?
- Akshey Gupta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245249887, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Akshey Gupta's specialty?
- Akshey Gupta is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Akshey Gupta located?
- Akshey Gupta's practice location on file with NPPES is 300 W Saint Mary Blvd, Lafayette, LA 70506-4638.
- What is Akshey Gupta's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Akshey Gupta is (337) 233-6593.
- Does Akshey Gupta accept Medicare?
- Akshey Gupta is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Akshey Gupta's NPI active?
- Yes — Akshey Gupta's NPI (1245249887) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-05-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.