Vinay Kutagula, MD
NPI 1962592436 · Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician · Plano, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hospice/Palliative Care · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Vinay Kutagula, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician provider in Plano, TX (NPI 1962592436).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1962592436
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Internal Medicine) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- P2886 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
622 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Prolonged Hospital Inpatient Or Observation Care Evaluation and Management Service(s) Beyond the Total Time for the Primary Service (when the Primary Service Has Been Selected Using Time on the Date of the Primary Service); Each Additional 15 Minutes By ThG0316 | 182 | $29 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 172 | $113 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 101 | $165 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 60 | $75 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 38 | $137 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 35 | 17 |
| Morphine Sulfatebrand: Morphine Sulfate Er | 29 | — |
| Hydromorphone Hcl | 20 | — |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 18 | — |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 18 | — |
| Alprazolam | 15 | — |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-10-13
- Last updated
- 2022-04-04
- Certified
- 2022-04-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Vinay Kutagula's NPI number?
- Vinay Kutagula's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962592436, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Vinay Kutagula's specialty?
- Vinay Kutagula is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Vinay Kutagula located?
- Vinay Kutagula's practice location on file with NPPES is 4708 Alliance Blvd, Plano, TX 75093-5340.
- What is Vinay Kutagula's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Vinay Kutagula is (469) 800-6140.
- Does Vinay Kutagula accept Medicare?
- Vinay Kutagula is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Vinay Kutagula's NPI active?
- Yes — Vinay Kutagula's NPI (1962592436) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-04-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.