James Krupala, MD
NPI 1982624888 · Otolaryngology Physician · Baton Rouge, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Krupala, MD is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Baton Rouge, LA (NPI 1982624888).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1982624888
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 08779R (LA)
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
19 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
978 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 287 | $84 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 188 | $119 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 135 | $39 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Voice Box Using a Flexible Endoscope31575 | 81 | $116 |
| Bacterial Culture, Any Other Source Except Urine, Blood Or Stool, Aerobic87070 | 52 | $8 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 33 | $9 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | 115 | 63 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 86 | 47 |
| Mupirocin | 63 | 57 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 59 | 52 |
| Meclizine Hcl | 33 | 22 |
| Montelukast Sodium | 33 | 11 |
| Cefdinir | 25 | 23 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Hydrocortbrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Hydrocort |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$27 across 2 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
- 2006-07-20
- Last updated
- 2011-02-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Krupala's NPI number?
- James Krupala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982624888, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Krupala's specialty?
- James Krupala is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Krupala located?
- James Krupala's practice location on file with NPPES is 7373 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70808-4326.
- What is James Krupala's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Krupala is (225) 769-4044.
- Does James Krupala accept Medicare?
- James Krupala is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Krupala's NPI active?
- Yes — James Krupala's NPI (1982624888) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-02-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.