DR. MURTHY S VUPPALA MD
NPI 1093762346
Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease in Huntsville, AL

Q: What is Murthy Vuppala's NPI number?

The NPI number for Murthy Vuppala is 1093762346. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 30, 2006.

Q: What is Murthy Vuppala's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Pulmonary Disease, with taxonomy code 207RP1001X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Murthy Vuppala was last updated on June 14, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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 May 30, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

94.63/100

CMS Quality Rating

725 MADISON ST SE, HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801(256) 883-2112(256) 885-0037 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 14, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 14, 2018, Mar 21, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Dr. Murthy S Vuppala Md NPPES

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

DR. MURTHY S VUPPALA MD (NPI 1093762346) is an individual pulmonary disease provider in Huntsville, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (22382) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Madison, and is a graduate of Other (1988).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1093762346

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RP1001X

Provider Legal NameDR. MURTHY S VUPPALACredential: MD

Location Address725 MADISON ST SEHuntsville, AL 35801

Mailing Address725 Madison St SeHuntsville, AL 35801-4408 · (256) 883-2112 · Fax (256) 885-0037

Phone(256) 883-2112

Fax(256) 885-0037

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1988

Enumeration DateMay 30, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJune 14, 20182 updates tracked since enumeration

✔ NPI 1093762346 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RP1001X

License✔ Licensed in AL · 22382

Definition

An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.

725 MADISON ST SE, Huntsville, AL 35801

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11041 Balch Rd Ste 175Madison, AL 35758-8822 · Phone (256) 883-2112 · Fax (256) 885-0037

Other Identifiers 1

Other515-15181AL · Blue Cross Provider

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama 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. Murthy S Vuppala 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 ID1254233976

PECOS Enrollment IDI20040123000500

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 17

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

987 services487 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

664 services456 patients

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.

453 services117 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.

365 services107 patients

Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases 94729

This is a test called a pulmonary function test, which helps understand the efficiency of your lungs. It measures how much air your lungs can hold, how quickly you can move air in and out of your lungs, and how well your lungs put oxygen into and remove carbon dioxide from your blood.

291 services289 patients

Test to determine lung volumes using sensors 94726

This test, called spirometry, measures lung capacity using sensors. You breathe into a mouthpiece attached to a device that records the amount and rate of air you inhale and exhale. It helps diagnose and monitor lung conditions.

278 services277 patients

Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume 94010

This test, known as spirometry, assesses how well your lungs work. It measures how much air you can inhale, how much you can exhale and how quickly you can exhale. It's non-invasive and helps diagnose conditions like asthma or COPD.

253 services251 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

112 services112 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.

110 services106 patients

Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372

This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.

87 services14 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

83 services79 patients

Sleep study in sleep lab (6 years or older) 95810

A sleep study in a sleep lab is a non-invasive overnight test that monitors your body while you sleep. It helps doctors understand your sleep patterns and identify any issues like sleep apnea or insomnia. You'll be connected to equipment that tracks your heart rate, brain waves, breathing, and movements.

79 services79 patients

Sleep study including heart rate, breathing, airflow, and effort 95806

A sleep study monitors your heart rate, breathing patterns, airflow, and physical effort while you sleep. It helps identify sleep disorders by tracking your sleep stages and cycles. This data aids doctors in diagnosing and treating sleep-related issues.

65 services65 patients

Sleep study in sleep lab with continuous airway pressure (6 years or older) 95811

A sleep study in a sleep lab with continuous airway pressure is a test for individuals aged 6 and above. It monitors your sleep patterns to check for disorders like sleep apnea. Continuous airway pressure helps keep your airways open while you sleep, improving your breathing.

52 services51 patients

Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume changes before and after medication administration 94060

This procedure measures how air flows in and out of your lungs. It's done before and after medication to see if the treatment improves your breathing. It's a simple, non-invasive test that involves breathing into a device called a spirometer.

38 services38 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205

This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.

25 services25 patients

Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291

Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.

15 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35801 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

$122.31 typical visit price

range $52.65 – $161.63

Typical copayment $30.57 (range $13.16 – $40.40)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$93.72 typical visit price

range $16.56 – $131.65

Typical copayment $23.43 (range $4.14 – $32.91)

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.

94.63/100

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

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

89.27

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 27

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

Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

24 suppliers253 claims253 services$36.64 avg. paid by Medicare

Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each A7030

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

24 suppliers306 claims306 services$93.79 avg. paid by Medicare

Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each A7031

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

20 suppliers267 claims657 services$35.97 avg. paid by Medicare

Cushion for use on nasal mask interface, replacement only, each A7032

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

21 suppliers231 claims1,176 services$20.21 avg. paid by Medicare

Pillow for use on nasal cannula type interface, replacement only, pair A7033

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

15 suppliers163 claims858 services$15.06 avg. paid by Medicare

Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap A7034

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

31 suppliers458 claims460 services$57.09 avg. paid by Medicare

Headgear used with positive airway pressure device A7035

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

38 suppliers556 claims556 services$18.91 avg. paid by Medicare

Chinstrap used with positive airway pressure device A7036

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

10 suppliers25 claims25 services$9.71 avg. paid by Medicare

Tubing used with positive airway pressure device A7037

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

26 suppliers426 claims426 services$16.32 avg. paid by Medicare

Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

35 suppliers737 claims3,654 services$2.35 avg. paid by Medicare

Filter, non disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7039

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

24 suppliers245 claims245 services$6.48 avg. paid by Medicare

Water chamber for humidifier, used with positive airway pressure device, replacement, each A7046

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

29 suppliers223 claims223 services$12.12 avg. paid by Medicare

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

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

6 suppliers107 claims118 services$18.84 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable oxygen contents, gaseous, 1 month's supply = 1 unit E0443

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

2 suppliers35 claims35 services$33.98 avg. paid by Medicare

Home ventilator, any type, used with non-invasive interface, (e.g., mask, chest shell) E0466

DME-Other DME · category DE005N

7 suppliers64 claims64 services$801.39 avg. paid by Medicare

Respiratory assist device, bi-level pressure capability, without backup rate feature, used with noninvasive interface, e.g., nasal or facial mask (intermittent assist device with continuous positive airway pressure device) E0470

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

12 suppliers101 claims104 services$91.31 avg. paid by Medicare

Humidifier, heated, used with positive airway pressure device E0562

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

10 suppliers76 claims76 services$130.25 avg. paid by Medicare

Humidifier, heated, used with positive airway pressure device E0562

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

7 suppliers243 claims253 services$14.55 avg. paid by Medicare

Nebulizer, with compressor E0570

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

6 suppliers55 claims56 services$5.51 avg. paid by Medicare

Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device E0601

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

17 suppliers881 claims899 services$39.82 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

13 suppliers224 claims235 services$96.44 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

5 suppliers43 claims43 services$33.28 avg. paid by Medicare

Albuterol, up to 2.5 mg and ipratropium bromide, up to 0.5 mg, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme J7620

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

15 suppliers63 claims7,310 services$0.09 avg. paid by Medicare

Ipratropium bromide, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose form, per milligram J7644

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

3 suppliers16 claims1,599 services$0.16 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; home compressor used to fill portable oxygen cylinders; includes portable containers, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing K0738

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

2 suppliers19 claims19 services$34.77 avg. paid by Medicare

Pharmacy dispensing fee for inhalation drug(s); per 30 days Q0513

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

15 suppliers60 claims60 services$24.05 avg. paid by Medicare

Pharmacy dispensing fee for inhalation drug(s); per 90 days Q0514

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

6 suppliers13 claims13 services$46.09 avg. paid by Medicare

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

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Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 8

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

DR. WILLIAM ALAN MCCRORY M.D.

Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)

725 MADISON ST SE
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801

Madison County (256) 265-5864

SAKETH PALASAMUDRAM SHEKAR M.D

Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)

725 MADISON ST SE
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801

Madison County (256) 265-5864

MRS. SANDRA VESTA SILVER MS, RD, LD

Dietitian, Registered

725 MADISON ST SE
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801

Madison County (256) 533-8176

MRS. SARA R STEGER RD, CDE

Dietitian, Registered

725 MADISON ST SE
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801

Madison County (256) 533-8176

DEREK EVERETT WELLS M.D.

Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)

725 MADISON ST SE
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801

Madison County (256) 265-5864

DR. ROSHEN MATHEW M.D.

Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)

725 MADISON ST SE
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801

Madison County (256) 883-2112

DR. RICHARD M SNEERINGER M.D.

Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)

725 MADISON ST SE
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801

Madison County (256) 265-5864

PULMONARY AND SLEEP ASSOCIATES

Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)

725 MADISON ST SE
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801

Madison County (256) 883-2112

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 Murthy Vuppala's NPI number?

The NPI number for Murthy Vuppala is 1093762346. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 30, 2006.

Where is Murthy Vuppala located?

Murthy Vuppala practices at 725 Madison St SE, Huntsville, AL 35801. The listed phone number is (256) 883-2112.

What is Murthy Vuppala's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Pulmonary Disease, with taxonomy code 207RP1001X.

Is Murthy Vuppala enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Murthy Vuppala 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 Murthy Vuppala accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of Tennessee and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama and 2 other insurers list Murthy Vuppala 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Murthy Vuppala was last updated on June 14, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.