Sowmya Puthalapattu, M.D
NPI 1316188519 · Nephrology Physician · Humble, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sowmya Puthalapattu, M.D is a Nephrology Physician provider in Humble, TX (NPI 1316188519).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1316188519
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- N1841 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
17 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
3,032 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 Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 1,766 | $71 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 340 | $120 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 241 | $119 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 193 | $322 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90961 | 159 | $269 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 | 98 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Calcitriol | 326 | 101 |
| Furosemide | 176 | 73 |
| Cefdinir | 150 | 119 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 121 | 42 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 120 | 49 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 114 | 42 |
| Bumetanide | 100 | 40 |
| Losartan Potassium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$59 across 1 record (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
- 2009-03-18
- Last updated
- 2017-10-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sowmya Puthalapattu's NPI number?
- Sowmya Puthalapattu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316188519, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sowmya Puthalapattu's specialty?
- Sowmya Puthalapattu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sowmya Puthalapattu located?
- Sowmya Puthalapattu's practice location on file with NPPES is 19502 Mckay Blvd, Humble, TX 77338-5707.
- What is Sowmya Puthalapattu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sowmya Puthalapattu is (281) 540-8779.
- Does Sowmya Puthalapattu accept Medicare?
- Sowmya Puthalapattu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sowmya Puthalapattu's NPI active?
- Yes — Sowmya Puthalapattu's NPI (1316188519) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-10-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.