Karthik Penumetsa, M.D
NPI 1710151527 · Gastroenterology Physician · Wilkes Barre, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Karthik Penumetsa, M.D is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Wilkes Barre, PA (NPI 1710151527).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1710151527
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 390200000X
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
18 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
833 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 190 | $87 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 150 | $231 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 137 | $99 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 134 | $80 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 40 | $107 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 416 | 105 |
| Colestipol Hcl | 149 | 42 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 130 | 49 |
| Omeprazole | 113 | 34 |
| Famotidine | 81 | 24 |
| Mesalamine | 51 | 16 |
| Sucralfate | 50 | 30 |
| Metoclopramide Hcl | 36 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$926 across 63 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
- 2008-04-14
- Last updated
- 2026-01-29
- Certified
- 2026-01-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Karthik Penumetsa's NPI number?
- Karthik Penumetsa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710151527, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Karthik Penumetsa's specialty?
- Karthik Penumetsa is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Karthik Penumetsa located?
- Karthik Penumetsa's practice location on file with NPPES is 545 N River St, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702-2600.
- What is Karthik Penumetsa's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Karthik Penumetsa is (570) 552-2620.
- Does Karthik Penumetsa accept Medicare?
- Karthik Penumetsa is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Karthik Penumetsa's NPI active?
- Yes — Karthik Penumetsa's NPI (1710151527) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-01-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.