Arbind Kumar, MD
NPI 1851338636 · Gastroenterology Physician · Latham, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Arbind Kumar, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Latham, NY (NPI 1851338636).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1851338636
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 163350 (NY)
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
20 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
707 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Moderate Sedation Services Provided By the Same Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional Performing a Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Service That Sedation Supports, Requiring the Presence of an Independent Trained Observer to Assist in the MonitoG0500 | 147 | $53 |
| 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 | 90 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 84 | $86 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 79 | $105 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 617 | 211 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 159 | 41 |
| Sucralfate | 98 | 32 |
| Famotidine | 89 | 33 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 60 | 19 |
| Lubiprostone | 45 | 16 |
| Metoclopramide Hcl | 29 | 13 |
| Metronidazole |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$195 across 9 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
- 2006-06-01
- Last updated
- 2024-02-28
- Certified
- 2024-02-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Arbind Kumar's NPI number?
- Arbind Kumar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1851338636, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Arbind Kumar's specialty?
- Arbind Kumar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Arbind Kumar located?
- Arbind Kumar's practice location on file with NPPES is 6 Wellness Way Ste G03, Latham, NY 12110-2156.
- What is Arbind Kumar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Arbind Kumar is (518) 271-9155.
- Does Arbind Kumar accept Medicare?
- Arbind Kumar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Arbind Kumar's NPI active?
- Yes — Arbind Kumar's NPI (1851338636) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-02-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.