Rama Kethineni, MBBS
NPI 1417226721 · Nephrology Physician · Fayetteville, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Rama Kethineni, MBBS is a Nephrology Physician provider in Fayetteville, NC (NPI 1417226721).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1417226721
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MBBS
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 11729248-1205 (UT)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
14 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,070 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 | 351 | $74 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 154 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 133 | $120 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 102 | $330 |
| Home Dialysis Services Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90966 | 72 | $272 |
| 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 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Losartan Potassium | 111 | 51 |
| Torsemide | 78 | 39 |
| Calcium Acetate | 44 | 14 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 39 | 15 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 33 | 15 |
| Calcitriol | 28 | 11 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 26 | 17 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$577 across 25 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 (2)
- 810 Wesley Pines RdLumberton, NC 28358-2358Phone: (910) 484-8114Fax: (910) 223-0511
- 30 N 1900 E Rm 4r312Salt Lake City, UT 84132-0002Phone: (801) 581-6709
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2011-12-16
- Last updated
- 2023-11-09
- Certified
- 2023-11-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rama Kethineni's NPI number?
- Rama Kethineni's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417226721, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Rama Kethineni's specialty?
- Rama Kethineni is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Rama Kethineni located?
- Rama Kethineni's practice location on file with NPPES is 557 Sandhurst Dr, Fayetteville, NC 28304-4433.
- What is Rama Kethineni's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Rama Kethineni is (910) 484-8114.
- Does Rama Kethineni accept Medicare?
- Rama Kethineni is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Rama Kethineni's NPI active?
- Yes — Rama Kethineni's NPI (1417226721) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-11-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.