Denny Varughese, M.D.
NPI 1821442476 · Otolaryngology Physician · Wayne, NJ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Denny Varughese, M.D. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Wayne, NJ (NPI 1821442476).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1821442476
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
10 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,733 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic Exam of Nasal Passages Using an Endoscope31231 | 742 | $218 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 553 | $104 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 341 | $36 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 288 | $148 |
| Exam of Ear Using a Microscope92504 | 218 | $35 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 138 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | 134 | 70 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 114 | 70 |
| Azelastine/Fluticasonebrand: Azelastine-Fluticasone | 86 | 54 |
| Methylprednisolone | 81 | 65 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 77 | 37 |
| Cefdinir | 41 | 36 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 38 | 33 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$544 across 27 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
- 2016-04-20
- Last updated
- 2021-06-23
- Certified
- 2021-06-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Denny Varughese's NPI number?
- Denny Varughese's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821442476, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Denny Varughese's specialty?
- Denny Varughese is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Denny Varughese located?
- Denny Varughese's practice location on file with NPPES is 1211 Hamburg Tpke Ste 205, Wayne, NJ 07470-5056.
- What is Denny Varughese's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Denny Varughese is (973) 633-0808.
- Does Denny Varughese accept Medicare?
- Denny Varughese is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Denny Varughese's NPI active?
- Yes — Denny Varughese's NPI (1821442476) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-06-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.