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DR. PUSHPALATHA V ARAKERE M.D.
NPI 1154380343
Internal Medicine - Infectious Disease in Fresno, CA

Active since March 17, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
19.25/100
CMS Quality Rating
7035 N MAPLE AVE, SUIT-101, FRESNO, CA 93720(559) 323-4987(559) 323-1833 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 26, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Pushpalatha V Arakere M.d. NPPES

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

DR. PUSHPALATHA V ARAKERE M.D. (NPI 1154380343) is an individual infectious disease provider in Fresno, California, licensed in California (A88072) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1994).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1154380343
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RI0200X
Provider Legal NameDR. PUSHPALATHA V ARAKERECredential: M.D.
Location Address7035 N MAPLE AVE, SUIT-101Fresno, CA 93720-8015
Mailing Address7035 N Maple Ave, Suit-101Fresno, CA 93720-8015 · (559) 323-4987 · Fax (559) 323-1833
Phone(559) 323-4987
Fax(559) 323-1833
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1994
Enumeration DateMarch 17, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 26, 2012
✔ NPI 1154380343 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Infectious DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RI0200X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A88072
Definition
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
7035 N MAPLE AVE, Fresno, CA 93720
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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. Pushpalatha V Arakere M.d. 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 ID1557320470
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080925000484
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 7

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 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.
619 services339 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.
567 services517 patients
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.
364 services200 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.
160 services85 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.
139 services139 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.
104 services40 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 93720 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
$133.94 typical visit price
range $58.87 – $176.60
Typical copayment $33.48 (range $14.71 – $44.15)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$103.36 typical visit price
range $19.28 – $144.60
Typical copayment $25.84 (range $4.82 – $36.15)
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.

19.25/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality0
Improvement Activities0
Cost64.18

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

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

High frequency chest wall oscillation system, with full anterior and/or posterior thoracic region receiving simultaneous external oscillation, includes all accessories and supplies, each E0483
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier27 claims27 services$821.77 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 4

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

PUSHPALATHA ARAKERE, M.D., INC.
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
7035 N MAPLE AVE, SUITE 101
FRESNO, CA 93720
Fresno County (559) 577-5347
MARIE BAYBAY
Nurse Practitioner
7035 N MAPLE AVE
FRESNO, CA 93720
Fresno County (559) 299-2997
SURINDER S SANDHU MD
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
7035 N MAPLE AVE, SUITE 103
FRESNO, CA 93720
Fresno County (559) 324-0111
PUSHPALATHA ARAKERE MD INC
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
7035 N MAPLE AVE, SUITE 101
FRESNO, CA 93720
Fresno County (559) 577-5347

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 Pushpalatha Arakere's NPI number?

The NPI number for Pushpalatha Arakere is 1154380343. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 17, 2006.

Where is Pushpalatha Arakere located?

Pushpalatha Arakere practices at 7035 N Maple Ave Suit-101, Fresno, CA 93720. The listed phone number is (559) 323-4987.

What is Pushpalatha Arakere's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Infectious Disease, with taxonomy code 207RI0200X.

Is Pushpalatha Arakere enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Pushpalatha Arakere 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Pushpalatha Arakere was last updated on September 26, 2012. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.