Tawanda Charumuka, MD
NPI 1326501867 · Family Medicine Physician · Saint Joseph, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Tawanda Charumuka, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Saint Joseph, MO (NPI 1326501867).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1326501867
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2023028192 (MO)
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
7 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
556 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99305 | 157 | $124 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 96 | $91 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 77 | $99 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 54 | $161 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 49 | $134 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 90 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | 204 | 66 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 182 | 72 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 164 | 23 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 152 | 24 |
| Sertraline Hcl | 144 | 21 |
| Furosemide | 113 | 21 |
| Apixaban |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$80 across 3 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 400 W Mineral King AveVisalia, CA 93291-6237Phone: (559) 624-2000
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2019-04-11
- Last updated
- 2024-10-09
- Certified
- 2024-10-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Tawanda Charumuka's NPI number?
- Tawanda Charumuka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1326501867, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Tawanda Charumuka's specialty?
- Tawanda Charumuka is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Tawanda Charumuka located?
- Tawanda Charumuka's practice location on file with NPPES is 5325 Faraon St, Saint Joseph, MO 64506-3488.
- What is Tawanda Charumuka's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Tawanda Charumuka is (816) 271-7826.
- Does Tawanda Charumuka accept Medicare?
- Tawanda Charumuka is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Tawanda Charumuka's NPI active?
- Yes — Tawanda Charumuka's NPI (1326501867) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-10-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.