Pratap Challa, M.D.
NPI 1982794137 · Ophthalmology Physician · Durham, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Pratap Challa, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Durham, NC (NPI 1982794137).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1982794137
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 98-00493 (NC)
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
4,827 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 1,529 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,507 | $85 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 650 | $33 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 563 | $58 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 136 | $82 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 31 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 856 | 309 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 569 | 202 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 551 | 212 |
| Timolol Maleate | 221 | 90 |
| Netarsudil Mesylatebrand: Rhopressa | 153 | 52 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 149 | 107 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 124 | 57 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$115 across 1 record (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
- 2006-10-16
- Last updated
- 2013-06-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Pratap Challa's NPI number?
- Pratap Challa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982794137, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Pratap Challa's specialty?
- Pratap Challa is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Pratap Challa located?
- Pratap Challa's practice location on file with NPPES is 2351 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705-4699.
- What is Pratap Challa's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Pratap Challa is (919) 684-8111.
- Does Pratap Challa accept Medicare?
- Pratap Challa is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Pratap Challa's NPI active?
- Yes — Pratap Challa's NPI (1982794137) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-06-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.