Amareshwar Podugu, M.D.
NPI 1972891737 · Gastroenterology Physician · Canton, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Amareshwar Podugu, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Canton, OH (NPI 1972891737).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1972891737
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 35-130380 (OH)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
14 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
1,169 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 440 | $34 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 191 | $125 |
| 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 | 175 | $16 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 126 | $238 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 62 | $110 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 611 | 231 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 278 | 107 |
| Famotidine | 217 | 90 |
| Sodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/Pegbrand: Peg 3350-Electrolyte | 114 | 109 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 97 | 34 |
| Colestipol Hcl | 82 | 36 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 38 | 14 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$655 across 36 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
- 2011-07-14
- Last updated
- 2020-05-12
- Certified
- 2020-05-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Amareshwar Podugu's NPI number?
- Amareshwar Podugu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972891737, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Amareshwar Podugu's specialty?
- Amareshwar Podugu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Amareshwar Podugu located?
- Amareshwar Podugu's practice location on file with NPPES is 2726 Fulton Dr Nw, Canton, OH 44718-3506.
- What is Amareshwar Podugu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Amareshwar Podugu is (330) 455-5011.
- Does Amareshwar Podugu accept Medicare?
- Amareshwar Podugu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Amareshwar Podugu's NPI active?
- Yes — Amareshwar Podugu's NPI (1972891737) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-05-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.