Niharika Mettu, MD, PHD
NPI 1447427737 · Medical Oncology Physician · Durham, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hematology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Niharika Mettu, MD, PHD is a Medical Oncology Physician provider in Durham, NC (NPI 1447427737).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1447427737
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Medical Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD, PHD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2014-04519 (NC)
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 tenure28% of score
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
403 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 237 | $133 |
| 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 | 117 | $15 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 49 | $165 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $15–$165 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ondansetron Hcl | 56 | 30 |
| Prochlorperazine Maleate | 45 | 26 |
| Dexamethasone | 36 | 23 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 27 | — |
| Olanzapine | 25 | 14 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 22 | — |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 21 | — |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-05-15
- Last updated
- 2014-07-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Niharika Mettu's NPI number?
- Niharika Mettu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447427737, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Niharika Mettu's specialty?
- Niharika Mettu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Medical Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Niharika Mettu located?
- Niharika Mettu's practice location on file with NPPES is 20 Duke Medicine Cir, Durham, NC 27710-2000.
- What is Niharika Mettu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Niharika Mettu is (919) 684-8111.
- Does Niharika Mettu accept Medicare?
- Niharika Mettu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Niharika Mettu's NPI active?
- Yes — Niharika Mettu's NPI (1447427737) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-07-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.