Deepa Ragesh Panikkath, MD
NPI 1821436684 · Rheumatology Physician · San Luis Obispo, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Deepa Ragesh Panikkath, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in San Luis Obispo, CA (NPI 1821436684).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1821436684
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A161120 (CA)
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
13 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
1,623 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 580 | $132 |
| 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 | 387 | $17 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 204 | $171 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 168 | $94 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 95 | $15 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 264 | 57 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 109 | 36 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 94 | 26 |
| Gabapentin | 82 | 23 |
| Allopurinol | 47 | — |
| Alendronate Sodium | 46 | 19 |
| Leflunomide | 29 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$24 across 1 record (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
- 2013-06-13
- Last updated
- 2022-10-12
- Certified
- 2022-10-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Deepa Ragesh Panikkath's NPI number?
- Deepa Ragesh Panikkath's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821436684, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Deepa Ragesh Panikkath's specialty?
- Deepa Ragesh Panikkath is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Deepa Ragesh Panikkath located?
- Deepa Ragesh Panikkath's practice location on file with NPPES is 892 Aerovista Pl Ste 210, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-8054.
- What is Deepa Ragesh Panikkath's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Deepa Ragesh Panikkath is (805) 549-8023.
- Does Deepa Ragesh Panikkath accept Medicare?
- Deepa Ragesh Panikkath is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Deepa Ragesh Panikkath's NPI active?
- Yes — Deepa Ragesh Panikkath's NPI (1821436684) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-10-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.