Paula Mcmurtry, MD
NPI 1568467546 · Rheumatology Physician · Columbia, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Paula Mcmurtry, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Columbia, MO (NPI 1568467546).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1568467546
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2006037787 (MO)
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
745 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 | 450 | $117 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 232 | $83 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 41 | $154 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 22 | $102 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $83–$154 (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 · 41 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 882 | 162 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 655 | 109 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 399 | 69 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 398 | 91 |
| Leflunomide | 307 | 65 |
| Celecoxib | 162 | 35 |
| Meloxicam | 127 | 23 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$93 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-06-16
- Last updated
- 2023-02-28
- Certified
- 2023-02-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Paula Mcmurtry's NPI number?
- Paula Mcmurtry's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568467546, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Paula Mcmurtry's specialty?
- Paula Mcmurtry is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Paula Mcmurtry located?
- Paula Mcmurtry's practice location on file with NPPES is 900 W Nifong Blvd Ste 101, Columbia, MO 65203-4469.
- What is Paula Mcmurtry's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Paula Mcmurtry is (573) 815-6640.
- Does Paula Mcmurtry accept Medicare?
- Paula Mcmurtry is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Paula Mcmurtry's NPI active?
- Yes — Paula Mcmurtry's NPI (1568467546) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-02-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.