Prabhakara Tukivakala, MD
NPI 1659474161 · Internal Medicine Physician · Helena, AR
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Prabhakara Tukivakala, MD is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Helena, AR (NPI 1659474161).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1659474161
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- R4048 (AR)
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
19 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
364 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 100 | $10 |
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides)80061 | 65 | $13 |
| Blood Glucose (sugar) Test Performed By Hand-Held Instrument82962 | 59 | $3 |
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 | 58 | $10 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 48 | $8 |
| Detection Test By Immunoassay With Direct Visual Observation for Influenza Virus87804 | 34 | $16 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 77 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 239 | 89 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 202 | 70 |
| Simvastatin | 164 | 71 |
| Lisinopril | 138 | 48 |
| Glipizide | 133 | 40 |
| Omeprazole | 132 | 45 |
| Furosemide | 131 | 56 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$14 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
- 2006-09-07
- Last updated
- 2014-12-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Prabhakara Tukivakala's NPI number?
- Prabhakara Tukivakala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659474161, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Prabhakara Tukivakala's specialty?
- Prabhakara Tukivakala is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Prabhakara Tukivakala located?
- Prabhakara Tukivakala's practice location on file with NPPES is 810 Newman Dr # a, Helena, AR 72342-8950.
- What is Prabhakara Tukivakala's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Prabhakara Tukivakala is (870) 338-7441.
- Does Prabhakara Tukivakala accept Medicare?
- Prabhakara Tukivakala is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Prabhakara Tukivakala's NPI active?
- Yes — Prabhakara Tukivakala's NPI (1659474161) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-12-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.