Bala Murthy, M.D.
NPI 1760584411 · Nephrology Physician · Syracuse, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Bala Murthy, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Syracuse, NY (NPI 1760584411).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1760584411
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 235497 (NY)
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
9,576 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 1,099 | $16 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 1,054 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,017 | $87 |
| Kidney Function Blood Test Panel80069 | 947 | $9 |
| Creatinine Level to Test for Kidney Function Or Muscle Injury82570 | 937 | $5 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 49 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Calcitriol | 399 | 101 |
| Torsemide | 321 | 90 |
| Losartan Potassium | 244 | 78 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 198 | 59 |
| Potassium Chloride | 180 | 58 |
| Furosemide | 143 | 44 |
| Doxazosin Mesylate | 131 | 39 |
| Lisinopril |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$64 across 4 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
- 2006-09-02
- Last updated
- 2013-10-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Bala Murthy's NPI number?
- Bala Murthy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1760584411, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Bala Murthy's specialty?
- Bala Murthy is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Bala Murthy located?
- Bala Murthy's practice location on file with NPPES is 1304 Buckley Rd, Syracuse, NY 13212-4311.
- What is Bala Murthy's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Bala Murthy is (315) 478-3311.
- Does Bala Murthy accept Medicare?
- Bala Murthy is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Bala Murthy's NPI active?
- Yes — Bala Murthy's NPI (1760584411) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-10-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.