Ritu Kathuria, M.D.
NPI 1417362708 · Infectious Disease Physician · Festus, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Infectious Disease · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ritu Kathuria, M.D. is a Infectious Disease Physician provider in Festus, MO (NPI 1417362708).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1417362708
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Infectious Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2019014154 (MO)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
12 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
384 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 | 164 | $74 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 62 | $106 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 61 | $162 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 60 | $122 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 20 | $111 |
| Critical Care, First 30-74 Minutes99291 | 17 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 23 | 23 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 21 | — |
| Carvedilol | 21 | — |
| Ethambutol Hcl | 21 | — |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 19 | — |
| Azithromycin | 18 | — |
| Prednisone | 17 | 17 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1100 N Kentucky AveWest Plains, MO 65775-2029Phone: (417) 257-5800Fax: (417) 257-5999
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2014-06-25
- Last updated
- 2025-12-10
- Certified
- 2025-12-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ritu Kathuria's NPI number?
- Ritu Kathuria's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417362708, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ritu Kathuria's specialty?
- Ritu Kathuria is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Infectious Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ritu Kathuria located?
- Ritu Kathuria's practice location on file with NPPES is 1400 US Highway 61, Festus, MO 63028-4100.
- What is Ritu Kathuria's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ritu Kathuria is (636) 933-5337.
- Does Ritu Kathuria accept Medicare?
- Ritu Kathuria is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ritu Kathuria's NPI active?
- Yes — Ritu Kathuria's NPI (1417362708) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-12-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.