Tharini Gunapalan, M.D.
NPI 1558776427 · Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician · Suffolk, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Endocrinology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Tharini Gunapalan, M.D. is a Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician provider in Suffolk, VA (NPI 1558776427).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1558776427
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0101261839 (VA)
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
11 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
5 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
742 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 158 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 142 | $120 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 88 | $160 |
| Blood Test, Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (tsh)84443 | 51 | $16 |
| Thyroxine (thyroid Chemical), Free84439 | 40 | $9 |
| Blood Glucose (sugar) Test Performed By Hand-Held Instrument |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Tirzepatidebrand: Mounjaro | 48 | 22 |
| Semaglutidebrand: Ozempic | 37 | 13 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 36 | 19 |
| Insulin Glargine,hum.rec.anlogbrand: Lantus Solostar | 29 | 14 |
| Dulaglutidebrand: Trulicity | 21 | — |
| Methimazole | 18 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$71 across 4 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 (4)
- 736 Battlefield Blvd NChesapeake, VA 23320-4941Phone: (757) 967-8622Fax: (757) 686-0541
- 830 Kempsville RdNorfolk, VA 23502-3920Phone: (757) 967-8622Fax: (757) 686-0541
- 2025 Glenn Mitchell DrVa Beach, VA 23456-0178Phone: (757) 967-8622Fax: (757) 686-0541
- 1060 First Colonial RdVirginia Beach, VA 23454-3002Phone: (757) 967-8622Fax: (757) 686-0541
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2014-06-30
- Last updated
- 2025-07-29
- Certified
- 2025-07-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Tharini Gunapalan's NPI number?
- Tharini Gunapalan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558776427, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Tharini Gunapalan's specialty?
- Tharini Gunapalan is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Tharini Gunapalan located?
- Tharini Gunapalan's practice location on file with NPPES is 1540 Breezeport Way Ste 100, Suffolk, VA 23435-3752.
- What is Tharini Gunapalan's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Tharini Gunapalan is (757) 963-1488.
- Does Tharini Gunapalan accept Medicare?
- Tharini Gunapalan is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Tharini Gunapalan's NPI active?
- Yes — Tharini Gunapalan's NPI (1558776427) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-07-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.