Nithya Cherukuru, M.D.
NPI 1578925442 · Psychiatry Physician · Philadelphia, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Psychiatry · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nithya Cherukuru, M.D. is a Psychiatry Physician provider in Philadelphia, PA (NPI 1578925442).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578925442
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Psychiatry PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- MD478526 (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
10 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
262 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 | 87 | $99 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 49 | $80 |
| Psychotherapy With Evaluation and Management Visit, 30 Minutes90833 | 42 | $65 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 38 | $132 |
| Psychiatric Diagnostic Evaluation With Medical Services90792 | 26 | $173 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Mirtazapine | 99 | 24 |
| Escitalopram Oxalate | 68 | 18 |
| Bupropion Hclbrand: Bupropion Xl | 24 | — |
| Clonazepam | 24 | — |
| Trazodone Hcl | 18 | — |
| Sertraline Hcl | 17 | — |
| Duloxetine Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$119 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
- 2016-03-22
- Last updated
- 2022-12-21
- Certified
- 2022-12-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nithya Cherukuru's NPI number?
- Nithya Cherukuru's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578925442, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nithya Cherukuru's specialty?
- Nithya Cherukuru is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Psychiatry Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nithya Cherukuru located?
- Nithya Cherukuru's practice location on file with NPPES is 333 Cottman Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19111-2497.
- What is Nithya Cherukuru's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nithya Cherukuru is (152) 143-9402.
- Does Nithya Cherukuru accept Medicare?
- Nithya Cherukuru is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nithya Cherukuru's NPI active?
- Yes — Nithya Cherukuru's NPI (1578925442) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-12-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.