Neeru Kumar, M.D.
NPI 1255650685 · Nephrology Physician · Shirley, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Neeru Kumar, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Shirley, NY (NPI 1255650685).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255650685
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 264917-1 (NY)
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
16 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
11,104 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 2,878 | $117 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 2,451 | $127 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99308 | 1,516 | $81 |
| Initial Nursing Facility Care With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 50 Minutes Or More99306 | 1,277 | $196 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 686 | $186 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 36 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Furosemide | 240 | 60 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 161 | 41 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 110 | 23 |
| Lisinopril | 109 | 21 |
| Potassium Chloride | 98 | 21 |
| Allopurinol | 92 | 25 |
| Torsemide | 64 | 22 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$6,842 across 39 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
- 2010-05-25
- Last updated
- 2019-04-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Neeru Kumar's NPI number?
- Neeru Kumar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255650685, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Neeru Kumar's specialty?
- Neeru Kumar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Neeru Kumar located?
- Neeru Kumar's practice location on file with NPPES is 2 Coraci Blvd, Shirley, NY 11967-4833.
- What is Neeru Kumar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Neeru Kumar is (516) 395-9793.
- Does Neeru Kumar accept Medicare?
- Neeru Kumar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Neeru Kumar's NPI active?
- Yes — Neeru Kumar's NPI (1255650685) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-04-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.