Sarika Gunda, M.D.
NPI 1265641518 · Family Medicine Physician · Youngsville, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sarika Gunda, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Youngsville, LA (NPI 1265641518).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1265641518
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD.203176 (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
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
1,299 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 541 | $84 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 116 | $13 |
| Amplifed Dna Or Rna Probe Detection of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (covid-19) Antigen87635 | 106 | $50 |
| Detection Test By Nucleic Acid for Multiple Types Influenza Virus87502 | 97 | $94 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 93 | $2 |
| Detection Test By Immunoassay With Direct Visual Observation for Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (covid-19)87811 | 74 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 201 | 186 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 69 | 66 |
| Azithromycin | 69 | 68 |
| Cephalexin | 51 | 50 |
| Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Crystbrand: Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro | 48 | 44 |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | 45 | 43 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-05-22
- Last updated
- 2016-06-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sarika Gunda's NPI number?
- Sarika Gunda's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265641518, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sarika Gunda's specialty?
- Sarika Gunda is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sarika Gunda located?
- Sarika Gunda's practice location on file with NPPES is 1516 Chemin Metairie Road, Youngsville, LA 70592-5382.
- What is Sarika Gunda's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sarika Gunda is (337) 856-6880.
- Does Sarika Gunda accept Medicare?
- Sarika Gunda is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sarika Gunda's NPI active?
- Yes — Sarika Gunda's NPI (1265641518) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-06-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.