Leela Bhupalam, MD
NPI 1629059431 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Maywood, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hematology/Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Leela Bhupalam, MD is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in Maywood, IL (NPI 1629059431).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1629059431
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 29062 (KY)
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
20 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
530 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 | 272 | $122 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 128 | $173 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 79 | $87 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 18 | $210 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes99231 | 18 | $48 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Anastrozole | 196 | 76 |
| Letrozole | 83 | 33 |
| Tamoxifen Citrate | 67 | 25 |
| Gabapentin | 53 | 18 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 44 | 13 |
| Raloxifene Hcl | 30 | 14 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 29 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$498 across 26 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
- 2005-11-09
- Last updated
- 2025-01-16
- Certified
- 2025-01-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Leela Bhupalam's NPI number?
- Leela Bhupalam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629059431, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Leela Bhupalam's specialty?
- Leela Bhupalam is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Leela Bhupalam located?
- Leela Bhupalam's practice location on file with NPPES is 2160 S 1st Ave, Maywood, IL 60153-3328.
- What is Leela Bhupalam's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Leela Bhupalam is (708) 216-9000.
- Does Leela Bhupalam accept Medicare?
- Leela Bhupalam is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Leela Bhupalam's NPI active?
- Yes — Leela Bhupalam's NPI (1629059431) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-01-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.