Abhijit Kulkarni, MD
NPI 1609877521 · Gastroenterology Physician · Pittsburgh, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Abhijit Kulkarni, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Pittsburgh, PA (NPI 1609877521).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1609877521
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD055089L (PA)
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
298 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 58 | $214 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 44 | $125 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 39 | $85 |
| Review By Radiologist of Image From Tube Placement Into Bile Duct Using an Endoscope74328 | 35 | $22 |
| Removal of Stone Or Debris From Bile Or Pancreatic Duct Using a Flexible Endoscope43264 | 24 | $156 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 148 | 46 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 121 | 32 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-C | 101 | 96 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 97 | 95 |
| Famotidine | 35 | — |
| Lipase/Protease/Amylasebrand: Creon | 17 | — |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$213 across 7 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)
- 1200 J D Anderson DrMorgantown, WV 26505-3494Phone: (304) 598-1200Fax: (304) 598-1699
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-08-02
- Last updated
- 2021-08-23
- Certified
- 2021-08-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Abhijit Kulkarni's NPI number?
- Abhijit Kulkarni's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609877521, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Abhijit Kulkarni's specialty?
- Abhijit Kulkarni is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Abhijit Kulkarni located?
- Abhijit Kulkarni's practice location on file with NPPES is 1307 Federal St Ste B100, Pittsburgh, PA 15212-4761.
- What is Abhijit Kulkarni's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Abhijit Kulkarni is (412) 359-8900.
- Does Abhijit Kulkarni accept Medicare?
- Abhijit Kulkarni is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Abhijit Kulkarni's NPI active?
- Yes — Abhijit Kulkarni's NPI (1609877521) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-08-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.