Murugesen Dhandapani, M.D.
NPI 1306876537 · Family Medicine Physician · La Follette, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Murugesen Dhandapani, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in La Follette, TN (NPI 1306876537).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1306876537
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- MD34646 (TN)
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
1,375 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 | 730 | $99 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 228 | $109 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 115 | $73 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, 30 Minutes Or Less99238 | 81 | $74 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 75 | $159 |
| Initial Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99305 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 187 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 798 | 138 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 714 | 119 |
| Lisinopril | 650 | 110 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 489 | 70 |
| Gabapentin | 453 | 81 |
| Sertraline Hcl | 443 | 41 |
| Potassium Chloride |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$695 across 33 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
- 2006-07-04
- Last updated
- 2022-03-22
- Certified
- 2022-03-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Murugesen Dhandapani's NPI number?
- Murugesen Dhandapani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1306876537, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Murugesen Dhandapani's specialty?
- Murugesen Dhandapani is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Murugesen Dhandapani located?
- Murugesen Dhandapani's practice location on file with NPPES is 2425 Jacksboro Pike, La Follette, TN 37766-2908.
- What is Murugesen Dhandapani's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Murugesen Dhandapani is (423) 566-4748.
- Does Murugesen Dhandapani accept Medicare?
- Murugesen Dhandapani is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Murugesen Dhandapani's NPI active?
- Yes — Murugesen Dhandapani's NPI (1306876537) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-03-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.