Suneetha Morthala, M.D.
NPI 1407880941 · Rheumatology Physician · Columbia, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Suneetha Morthala, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Columbia, SC (NPI 1407880941).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1407880941
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 28893 (SC)
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
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
1,344 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 461 | $120 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, 1 Hour Or Less96413 | 441 | $117 |
| Administration of Non-Hormonal Anti-Neoplastic Chemotherapy Under Skin Or Into Muscle96401 | 178 | $66 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 134 | $87 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid Large Joint Using Ultrasound Guidance20611 | 75 | $94 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 355 | 73 |
| Prednisone | 327 | 77 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 146 | 29 |
| Leflunomide | 125 | 25 |
| Gabapentin | 123 | 28 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 117 | 27 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 87 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,652 across 76 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
- 2006-07-10
- Last updated
- 2013-06-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Suneetha Morthala's NPI number?
- Suneetha Morthala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1407880941, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Suneetha Morthala's specialty?
- Suneetha Morthala is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Suneetha Morthala located?
- Suneetha Morthala's practice location on file with NPPES is 2233 Clemson Rd, Columbia, SC 29229-8016.
- What is Suneetha Morthala's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Suneetha Morthala is (803) 462-2824.
- Does Suneetha Morthala accept Medicare?
- Suneetha Morthala is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Suneetha Morthala's NPI active?
- Yes — Suneetha Morthala's NPI (1407880941) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-06-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.