Nirmala Murugavel, M.D.
NPI 1558363887 · Hospitalist Physician · Michigan City, IN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hospitalist · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nirmala Murugavel, M.D. is a Hospitalist Physician provider in Michigan City, IN (NPI 1558363887).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1558363887
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hospitalist PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 01041303A (IN)
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
21 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
1,774 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 545 | $109 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 204 | $105 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 157 | $73 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 136 | $100 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 123 | $99 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 54 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 120 | 35 |
| Furosemide | 117 | 50 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 91 | 52 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 86 | 46 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 83 | 30 |
| Gabapentin | 68 | 27 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$394 across 3 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)
- 425 Sand Creek DrChesterton, IN 46304-1589Phone: (219) 395-9353Fax: (219) 395-9147
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-05-31
- Last updated
- 2025-04-18
- Certified
- 2025-04-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nirmala Murugavel's NPI number?
- Nirmala Murugavel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558363887, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nirmala Murugavel's specialty?
- Nirmala Murugavel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hospitalist Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nirmala Murugavel located?
- Nirmala Murugavel's practice location on file with NPPES is 3500 Franciscan Way, Michigan City, IN 46360-0021.
- What is Nirmala Murugavel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nirmala Murugavel is (219) 852-1524.
- Does Nirmala Murugavel accept Medicare?
- Nirmala Murugavel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nirmala Murugavel's NPI active?
- Yes — Nirmala Murugavel's NPI (1558363887) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-04-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.