DR. ARMUGAM PRASAD MEKALA MD
NPI 1073000311
Internal Medicine in Odessa, TX

Q: What is Armugam Mekala's NPI number?

The NPI number for Armugam Mekala is 1073000311. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 20, 2018.

Q: What is Armugam Mekala's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Armugam Mekala was last updated on January 20, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.

Active since April 20, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

82.9/100

CMS Quality Rating

500 W 4TH ST, ODESSA, TX 79761(432) 640-4000(432) 640-4778 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 20, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 20, 2023, Sep 13, 2021, Apr 20, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

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About Dr. Armugam Prasad Mekala Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. ARMUGAM PRASAD MEKALA MD (NPI 1073000311) is an individual internal medicine provider in Odessa, Texas, licensed in Texas (T2439) and active in the NPI registry since April 2018. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Medical Center Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1073000311

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207R00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. ARMUGAM PRASAD MEKALACredential: MD

Location Address500 W 4TH STOdessa, TX 79761-5001

Mailing AddressPo Box 2129Odessa, TX 79760-2129 · (432) 640-4000 · Fax (432) 640-4778

Phone(432) 640-4000

Fax(432) 640-4778

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2002

Enumeration DateApril 20, 2018

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 20, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJanuary 20, 2023

✔ NPI 1073000311 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207R00000X

License✔ Licensed in TX · T2439

Definition

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

500 W 4TH ST, Odessa, TX 79761

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Armugam Prasad Mekala Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID3779830864

PECOS Enrollment IDI20210909003394

Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 5

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232

Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.

554 services223 patients

Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239

Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.

108 services104 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

77 services75 patients

Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238

Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.

24 services24 patients

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

18 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Medical Center Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Odessa, TX

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number450132

Location500 W 4th StreetOdessa, TX 79761 · Ector County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 79761 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient

$126.40 typical visit price

range $54.84 – $166.88

Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$97.05 typical visit price

range $17.52 – $136.11

Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)

Most-billed visit code 99214

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

82.9/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

89.16

Improvement Activities

Cost

55.08

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

4 suppliers29 claims31 services$18.36 avg. paid by Medicare

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

5 suppliers30 claims32 services$95.82 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

BENEDICT CASTANARES NOVICIO CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

500 W 4TH ST
ODESSA, TX 79761

Ector County (432) 640-2408

ALICIA G. FLETCHER ACNS-BC

Clinical Nurse Specialist (Adult Health)

500 W 4TH ST
ODESSA, TX 79761

Ector County (432) 640-2128

ASHLEY GOODGAME

Registered Nurse (Psychiatric/Mental Health)

500 W 4TH ST
ODESSA, TX 79761

Ector County (432) 889-8908

ABHISHEK BHARI JAYADEVAPPA M.D.

Anesthesiology

500 W 4TH ST
ODESSA, TX 79761

Ector County (432) 640-4000

DR. BRUCE CARL BECKER II M.D.

Family Medicine

500 W 4TH ST
ODESSA, TX 79761

Ector County (432) 640-1059

ABIDEMI YEMISI ADENIRAN FNP

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

500 W 4TH ST
ODESSA, TX 79761

Ector County (432) 640-2401

JOSEPH F BRYAN M.D.

Anesthesiology

500 W 4TH ST
ODESSA, TX 79761

Ector County (432) 640-2401

JEFFERY M PINNOW M.D.

Emergency Medicine (Emergency Medical Services)

500 W 4TH ST
ODESSA, TX 79761

Ector County (432) 640-4000

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Armugam Mekala's NPI number?

The NPI number for Armugam Mekala is 1073000311. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 20, 2018.

Where is Armugam Mekala located?

Armugam Mekala practices at 500 W 4th St, Odessa, TX 79761. The listed phone number is (432) 640-4000.

What is Armugam Mekala's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Armugam Mekala enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Armugam Mekala is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Armugam Mekala accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Ambetter of Oklahoma and 3 other insurers list Armugam Mekala as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Armugam Mekala affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Armugam Mekala is affiliated with Medical Center Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Armugam Mekala was last updated on January 20, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.