Navin Kumar, MD
NPI 1790901940 · Gastroenterology Physician · Munster, IN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Navin Kumar, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Munster, IN (NPI 1790901940).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1790901940
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 0165007A (IN)
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
19 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
3,005 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 | 523 | $84 |
| 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 | 392 | $15 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 337 | $149 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 293 | $74 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 291 | $118 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 32 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 502 | 487 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 492 | 194 |
| Famotidine | 406 | 141 |
| Omeprazole | 182 | 69 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 179 | 79 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Peg-3350 and Electrolytes | 101 | 96 |
| Sucralfate | 78 | 32 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,645 across 102 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)
- 16000 W 101st AveDyer, IN 46311-3065Phone: (219) 922-4900Fax: (219) 836-9922
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-04-17
- Last updated
- 2025-03-19
- Certified
- 2025-03-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Navin Kumar's NPI number?
- Navin Kumar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1790901940, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Navin Kumar's specialty?
- Navin Kumar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Navin Kumar located?
- Navin Kumar's practice location on file with NPPES is 9410 Calumet Ave Ste 401, Munster, IN 46321-0018.
- What is Navin Kumar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Navin Kumar is (219) 922-4900.
- Does Navin Kumar accept Medicare?
- Navin Kumar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Navin Kumar's NPI active?
- Yes — Navin Kumar's NPI (1790901940) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-03-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.