Amy Varughese, M.D.
NPI 1538492517 · Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician · Marrero, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Endocrinology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Amy Varughese, M.D. is a Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician provider in Marrero, LA (NPI 1538492517).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538492517
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD203825 (LA)
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
16 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
194 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 181 | $122 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 13 | $213 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $122–$213 (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 · 53 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Semaglutidebrand: Ozempic | 251 | 63 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 245 | 74 |
| Glimepiride | 185 | 70 |
| Tirzepatidebrand: Mounjaro | 100 | 31 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 83 | 24 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 76 | 30 |
| Metformin Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$679 across 33 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 11050 Griffin Rd Ste 104Davie, FL 33328-3227Phone: (504) 265-8304Fax: (504) 309-4193
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-09-09
- Last updated
- 2025-10-21
- Certified
- 2025-10-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Amy Varughese's NPI number?
- Amy Varughese's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538492517, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Amy Varughese's specialty?
- Amy Varughese is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Amy Varughese located?
- Amy Varughese's practice location on file with NPPES is 1151 Barataria Blvd Ste 3400, Marrero, LA 70072-3083.
- What is Amy Varughese's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Amy Varughese is (504) 265-8304.
- Does Amy Varughese accept Medicare?
- Amy Varughese is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Amy Varughese's NPI active?
- Yes — Amy Varughese's NPI (1538492517) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-10-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.