Vamsi Kunam, MD
NPI 1942516521 · Vascular & Interventional Radiology Physician · El Paso, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Interventional Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Vamsi Kunam, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiology Physician provider in El Paso, TX (NPI 1942516521).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1942516521
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Vascular & Interventional Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 78722 (MN)
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
15 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
631 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ct Scan Head Or Brain Without Contrast70450 | 64 | $37 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 58 | $12 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 1 View71045 | 53 | $8 |
| Ct Scan of Abdomen and Pelvis Without Contrast74176 | 45 | $77 |
| Drainage of Fluid From Abdominal Cavity Using Imaging Guidance49083 | 41 | $97 |
| Mri Scan of Brain Without Contrast70551 | 41 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$337 across 5 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 (2)
- 4815 Alameda AveEl Paso, TX 79905-2705Phone: (915) 215-6000Fax: (915) 545-6607
- 2000 Trans Mountain RdEl Paso, TX 79911-3601Phone: (915) 215-4600Fax: (915) 545-6607
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2010-08-20
- Last updated
- 2025-07-02
- Certified
- 2025-07-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Vamsi Kunam's NPI number?
- Vamsi Kunam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942516521, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Vamsi Kunam's specialty?
- Vamsi Kunam is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Vascular & Interventional Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Vamsi Kunam located?
- Vamsi Kunam's practice location on file with NPPES is 4815 Alameda Ave, El Paso, TX 79905-2705.
- What is Vamsi Kunam's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Vamsi Kunam is (915) 215-6000.
- Does Vamsi Kunam accept Medicare?
- Vamsi Kunam is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Vamsi Kunam's NPI active?
- Yes — Vamsi Kunam's NPI (1942516521) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-07-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.