DR. SHYAM SUNDAR BHUPALAM MBBS
NPI 1124078332
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Duluth, MN

Active since May 10, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
400 E 3RD ST, DULUTH, MN 55805(218) 786-8364 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 8, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 8, 2022, Mar 8, 2022, Mar 2, 2022 (3 updates tracked since 2022).

About Dr. Shyam Sundar Bhupalam Mbbs NPPES

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

DR. SHYAM SUNDAR BHUPALAM MBBS (NPI 1124078332) is an individual nephrology provider in Duluth, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (70714) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Essentia Health St Mary's Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (1978).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1124078332
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameDR. SHYAM SUNDAR BHUPALAMCredential: MBBS
Location Address400 E 3RD STDuluth, MN 55805-1951
Mailing Address400 E 3rd StDuluth, MN 55805-1951 · (218) 786-8364
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1978
Enumeration DateMay 10, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 8, 20223 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 8, 2022
✔ NPI 1124078332 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RN0300X
Licenses✔ Licensed in MN · 70714✔ Licensed in MI · 4301053592✔ Licensed in WI · 1717-320
Definition
An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
400 E 3RD ST, Duluth, MN 55805

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Shyam Sundar Bhupalam Mbbs 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 ID2163334806
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220316000096, I20220426000430
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

5

Medicare enrollment records show Shyam Sundar Bhupalam reassigns Medicare billing to 5 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Multi-Specialty
400 E 3RD ST
Duluth, MN 55805
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota and Wisconsin enrollments
  • 1,460 clinicians in this Medicare group
Critical Access
3500 TOWER AVE
Superior, WI 54880
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: St Marys Hospital Of Superior
  • 381 clinicians in this Medicare group
Critical Access
4572 COUNTY ROAD 61
Moose Lake, MN 55767
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
  • 213 clinicians in this Medicare group
Critical Access Hospital
1542 GOLF COURSE RD
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
  • 171 clinicians in this Medicare group
Obstetrics & Gynecology
1540 LAKE LANSING RD, SUITE 205
Lansing, MI 48912
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Michigan enrollment
  • 265 clinicians in this Medicare group

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 8

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.

Dialysis services, 1 physician visit per month (20 years or older) 90962
Dialysis is a treatment that filters and purifies your blood using a machine. It helps keep your fluids and electrolytes in balance when the kidneys can’t do their job. A physician visit once a month ensures your treatment is working effectively and adjusts it if necessary. This service is available for individuals aged 20 years and older.
161 services36 patients
Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older) 90961
Dialysis is a treatment that performs the function of healthy kidneys if they're not working properly. It removes waste and excess fluid from your blood. 2-3 physician visits per month are recommended for monitoring your health and adjusting your treatment as needed. This service is available for those aged 20 years and older.
84 services28 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.
69 services36 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.
63 services31 patients
Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation 90935
Hemodialysis is a treatment that uses a machine to filter waste and excess fluid from your blood when your kidneys can't. A physician checks your health before, during, and after the procedure to ensure it's working effectively for you.
51 services28 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.
36 services32 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Essentia Health St Mary's Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Duluth, MN
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240002
Location402 East Second StreetDuluth, MN 55805 · St. Louis County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Essentia Health Duluth

Acute Care Hospitals · Duluth, MN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240019
Location502 East Second StreetDuluth, MN 55805 · St. Louis County
Birthing friendly

Essentia Health Virginia

Acute Care Hospitals · Virginia, MN
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number240084
Location901 9th Street NorthVirginia, MN 55792 · St. Louis County
Birthing friendly

Essentia Health Moose Lake

Critical Access Hospitals · Moose Lake, MN
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number241350
Location4572 County Road 61Moose Lake, MN 55767 · Carlton County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Marys Hospital Superior

Critical Access Hospitals · Superior, WI
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number521329
Location3500 Tower AveSuperior, WI 54880 · Douglas County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55805 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
$127.61 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $168.28
Typical copayment $31.90 (range $14.00 – $42.07)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$98.61 typical visit price
range $18.32 – $138.04
Typical copayment $24.65 (range $4.58 – $34.51)
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.

Reported Quality Measures

Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
60%215 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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.

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
400 E 3RD ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
Anesthesiology
400 E 3RD ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
400 E 3RD ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
400 E 3RD ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
Hospitalist
400 E 3RD ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
400 E 3RD ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
400 E 3RD ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
Clinical Nurse Specialist (Medical-Surgical)
400 E 3RD ST
DULUTH, MN 55805

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 Shyam Sundar Bhupalam's NPI number?

The NPI number for Shyam Sundar Bhupalam is 1124078332. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 10, 2006.

Where is Shyam Sundar Bhupalam located?

Shyam Sundar Bhupalam practices at 400 E 3rd St, Duluth, MN 55805. The listed phone number is (218) 786-8364.

What is Shyam Sundar Bhupalam's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Is Shyam Sundar Bhupalam enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Shyam Sundar Bhupalam 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Shyam Sundar Bhupalam's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Shyam Sundar Bhupalam reassigns Medicare benefits to 5 organizations: The Duluth Clinic, Ltd (Duluth, MN), St. Mary's Hospital Of Superior (Superior, WI), Essentia Health Moose Lake (Moose Lake, MN), Deer River Healthcare Center, Inc. (Grand Rapids, MN) and Edward W Sparrow Hospital Association (Lansing, MI). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Shyam Sundar Bhupalam's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Shyam Sundar Bhupalam accept?

Health plans from HealthPartners, Sanford Health Plan and Security Health Plan list Shyam Sundar Bhupalam 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 Shyam Sundar Bhupalam affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Shyam Sundar Bhupalam is affiliated with Essentia Health St Mary's Medical Center, Essentia Health Duluth, Essentia Health Virginia, Essentia Health Moose Lake and St Marys Hospital Superior.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Shyam Sundar Bhupalam was last updated on April 8, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.