Vivek Kumar, MD
NPI 1427190461 · Gastroenterology Physician · Williamsport, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Vivek Kumar, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Williamsport, PA (NPI 1427190461).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1427190461
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- P19880 (MD)
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
607 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 113 | $95 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 94 | $133 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 91 | $234 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 74 | $124 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 33 | $75 |
| Insertion of Stent Into Pancreatic Or Bile Duct Using a Flexible Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-C | 185 | 181 |
| Omeprazole | 111 | 45 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 33 | 16 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 20 | 20 |
| Famotidine | 19 | — |
| Lansoprazole | 18 | — |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$25 across 1 record (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
- 2007-02-13
- Last updated
- 2013-11-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Vivek Kumar's NPI number?
- Vivek Kumar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427190461, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Vivek Kumar's specialty?
- Vivek Kumar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Vivek Kumar located?
- Vivek Kumar's practice location on file with NPPES is 700 High St, Williamsport, PA 17701-3198.
- What is Vivek Kumar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Vivek Kumar is (570) 321-3454.
- Does Vivek Kumar accept Medicare?
- Vivek Kumar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Vivek Kumar's NPI active?
- Yes — Vivek Kumar's NPI (1427190461) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-11-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.