Renu Pokharna, MD
NPI 1508870874 · Neurology Physician · Columbia, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Renu Pokharna, MD is a Neurology Physician provider in Columbia, SC (NPI 1508870874).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1508870874
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 39034 (SC)
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
342 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 91 | $84 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 46 | $154 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 33 | $123 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 29 | $118 |
| Nerve Conduction, 7-8 Studies95910 | 26 | $162 |
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Arm Or Leg Muscles, Limited Study |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 41 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 167 | 60 |
| Baclofen | 103 | 33 |
| Topiramate | 103 | 23 |
| Levetiracetam | 75 | 16 |
| Sumatriptan Succinate | 72 | 19 |
| Amitriptyline Hcl | 59 | 15 |
| Teriflunomide | 53 | — |
| Pyridostigmine Bromide | 49 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$101 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
- 2006-07-29
- Last updated
- 2018-09-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Renu Pokharna's NPI number?
- Renu Pokharna's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508870874, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Renu Pokharna's specialty?
- Renu Pokharna is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Renu Pokharna located?
- Renu Pokharna's practice location on file with NPPES is 8 Richland Medical Park, Columbia, SC 29203-8004.
- What is Renu Pokharna's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Renu Pokharna is (803) 545-6050.
- Does Renu Pokharna accept Medicare?
- Renu Pokharna is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Renu Pokharna's NPI active?
- Yes — Renu Pokharna's NPI (1508870874) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-09-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.