Amitha Kakulavaram, M.D.
NPI 1720267800 · Nephrology Physician · Pontiac, MI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Amitha Kakulavaram, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Pontiac, MI (NPI 1720267800).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1720267800
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 4301084121 (MI)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
18 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
1,530 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 1,021 | $79 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 209 | $119 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 135 | $173 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 55 | $107 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 45 | $75 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Losartan Potassium | 100 | 31 |
| Furosemide | 38 | 16 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 35 | — |
| Calcitriol | 33 | — |
| Allopurinol | 31 | — |
| Bumetanide | 21 | — |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 20 | — |
| Amlodipine Besylate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$518 across 21 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)
- 44555 Woodward AveSuite 404Pontiac, MI 48341-5031Phone: (248) 858-3011Fax: (800) 414-1646
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-10-25
- Last updated
- 2022-06-06
- Certified
- 2022-06-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Amitha Kakulavaram's NPI number?
- Amitha Kakulavaram's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720267800, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Amitha Kakulavaram's specialty?
- Amitha Kakulavaram is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Amitha Kakulavaram located?
- Amitha Kakulavaram's practice location on file with NPPES is 44200 Woodward Ave Ste 209, Pontiac, MI 48341-5045.
- What is Amitha Kakulavaram's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Amitha Kakulavaram is (248) 253-0330.
- Does Amitha Kakulavaram accept Medicare?
- Amitha Kakulavaram is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Amitha Kakulavaram's NPI active?
- Yes — Amitha Kakulavaram's NPI (1720267800) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-06-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.