Guneet Kochar, DO
NPI 1417376906 · Nephrology Physician · Charlotte, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Guneet Kochar, DO is a Nephrology Physician provider in Charlotte, NC (NPI 1417376906).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1417376906
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- DO
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 4041 (TN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
12 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
6,531 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 1,001 | $9 |
| Kidney Function Blood Test Panel80069 | 878 | $8 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 757 | $7 |
| Tacrolimus Level80197 | 703 | $13 |
| 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 | 394 | $15 |
| Creatinine Level to Test for Kidney Function Or Muscle Injury82570 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 52 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 419 | 109 |
| Prednisone | 309 | 97 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 238 | 80 |
| Carvedilol | 225 | 66 |
| Famotidine | 190 | 53 |
| Losartan Potassium | 127 | 46 |
| Omeprazole | 93 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$87 across 4 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
- 2014-04-10
- Last updated
- 2025-05-06
- Certified
- 2025-05-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Guneet Kochar's NPI number?
- Guneet Kochar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417376906, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Guneet Kochar's specialty?
- Guneet Kochar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Guneet Kochar located?
- Guneet Kochar's practice location on file with NPPES is 3158 Freedom Dr Ste 3101, Charlotte, NC 28208-0014.
- What is Guneet Kochar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Guneet Kochar is (704) 348-2992.
- Does Guneet Kochar accept Medicare?
- Guneet Kochar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Guneet Kochar's NPI active?
- Yes — Guneet Kochar's NPI (1417376906) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-05-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.