Kunal Malhotra, M.D.
NPI 1720236904 · Nephrology Physician · St. Louis, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kunal Malhotra, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in St. Louis, MO (NPI 1720236904).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1720236904
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2012003464 (MO)
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
17 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
453 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 138 | $79 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 63 | $96 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 54 | $118 |
| Dialysis Services, 1 Physician Visit Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90962 | 52 | $194 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 | 42 | $71 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 31 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Calcitriol | 197 | 47 |
| Allopurinol | 130 | 33 |
| Losartan Potassium | 91 | 19 |
| Furosemide | 90 | 24 |
| Carvedilol | 88 | 18 |
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er | 85 | 20 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 85 | 16 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$4,560 across 15 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
- 2008-08-30
- Last updated
- 2025-02-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kunal Malhotra's NPI number?
- Kunal Malhotra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720236904, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kunal Malhotra's specialty?
- Kunal Malhotra is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kunal Malhotra located?
- Kunal Malhotra's practice location on file with NPPES is 3691 Rutger Street, St. Louis, MO 63110.
- What is Kunal Malhotra's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kunal Malhotra is (314) 762-0089.
- Does Kunal Malhotra accept Medicare?
- Kunal Malhotra is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kunal Malhotra's NPI active?
- Yes — Kunal Malhotra's NPI (1720236904) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-02-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.