PUJA NISTALA M.D.
NPI 1205947835
Internal Medicine in Columbia, MO

Active since August 31, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
1 HOSPITAL DR, COLUMBIA, MO 65212(573) 884-2375(573) 884-3037 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 2, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Puja Nistala M.d. NPPES

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

PUJA NISTALA M.D. (NPI 1205947835) is an individual internal medicine provider in Columbia, Missouri, licensed in Missouri (2009000184) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Of Missouri Health Care, and is a graduate of Other (2011).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1205947835
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NamePUJA NISTALACredential: M.D.
Location Address1 HOSPITAL DRColumbia, MO 65212-0001
Mailing AddressPo Box 7687Columbia, MO 65205-7687 · (573) 882-2259
Fax(573) 884-3037
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateAugust 31, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 2, 2022
NPI 1205947835 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in MO · 2009000184
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.
1 HOSPITAL DR, Columbia, MO 65212

Accepted 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

Puja Nistala 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 ID8224193735
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090217000584
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 2

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.
105 services54 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.
27 services27 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

University Of Missouri Health Care

Acute Care Hospitals · Columbia, MO
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number260141
LocationOne Hospital DriveColumbia, MO 65212 · Boone County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 65212 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
$121.96 typical visit price
range $52.28 – $161.24
Typical copayment $30.49 (range $13.07 – $40.31)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$93.24 typical visit price
range $16.30 – $131.05
Typical copayment $23.31 (range $4.07 – $32.76)
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.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

Internal Medicine (Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology)
1 HOSPITAL DR
COLUMBIA, MO 65212
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
1 HOSPITAL DR
COLUMBIA, MO 65212
Emergency Medicine
1 HOSPITAL DR
COLUMBIA, MO 65212
Anesthesiology
1 HOSPITAL DR
COLUMBIA, MO 65212
Physician Assistant
1 HOSPITAL DR
COLUMBIA, MO 65212
Orthopaedic Surgery (Orthopaedic Trauma)
1 HOSPITAL DR
COLUMBIA, MO 65212
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
1 HOSPITAL DR
COLUMBIA, MO 65212
Anesthesiology
1 HOSPITAL DR, DC056.20
COLUMBIA, MO 65212

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 Puja Nistala's NPI number?

The NPI number for Puja Nistala is 1205947835. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 31, 2006.

Where is Puja Nistala located?

Puja Nistala practices at 1 Hospital Dr, Columbia, MO 65212. The listed phone number is (573) 884-2375.

What is Puja Nistala's specialty?

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

Is Puja Nistala enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Puja Nistala 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 Puja Nistala accept?

Health plans from Medica list Puja Nistala 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 Puja Nistala affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Puja Nistala is affiliated with University Of Missouri Health Care.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Puja Nistala was last updated on September 2, 2022. 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.