Mudappa Kalaiah, MD
NPI 1942457981 · Rheumatology Physician · Bettendorf, IA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Mudappa Kalaiah, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Bettendorf, IA (NPI 1942457981).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1942457981
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD-43837 (IA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
18 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
4,841 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 | 636 | $119 |
| Red Blood Cell Sedimentation Rate, to Detect Inflammation, Non-Automated85651 | 469 | $4 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 422 | $8 |
| Blood Creatinine Level82565 | 407 | $5 |
| Liver Enzyme (sgot), Level84450 | 359 | $5 |
| Liver Enzyme (sgpt), Level84460 | 359 | $5 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 30 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 994 | 272 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 801 | 197 |
| Prednisone | 521 | 169 |
| Allopurinol | 142 | 46 |
| Adalimumabbrand: Humira(cf) Pen | 125 | 14 |
| Meloxicam | 119 | 36 |
| Folic Acid | 115 | 35 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$274 across 15 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)
- 198 Union Blvd#150Lakewood, CO 80228-2259Phone: (303) 892-6033Fax: (303) 892-8809
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-08-21
- Last updated
- 2019-07-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Mudappa Kalaiah's NPI number?
- Mudappa Kalaiah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942457981, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Mudappa Kalaiah's specialty?
- Mudappa Kalaiah is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Mudappa Kalaiah located?
- Mudappa Kalaiah's practice location on file with NPPES is 2979 Victoria St, Bettendorf, IA 52722.
- What is Mudappa Kalaiah's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Mudappa Kalaiah is (563) 359-4440.
- Does Mudappa Kalaiah accept Medicare?
- Mudappa Kalaiah is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Mudappa Kalaiah's NPI active?
- Yes — Mudappa Kalaiah's NPI (1942457981) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-07-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.