DR. MUNISH KUMAR CHITKARA MD
NPI 1255591343
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in Tucson, AZ

Active since June 11, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
60.99/100
CMS Quality Rating
677 N WILMOT RD, TUCSON, AZ 85711(520) 795-2889(520) 795-6321 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 24, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. Munish Kumar Chitkara Md NPPES

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

DR. MUNISH KUMAR CHITKARA MD (NPI 1255591343) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in Tucson, Arizona, licensed in Arizona (48931) and active in the NPI registry since June 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Arizona College Of Medicine (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1255591343
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X
Provider Legal NameDR. MUNISH KUMAR CHITKARACredential: MD
Location Address677 N WILMOT RDTucson, AZ 85711-2701
Mailing Address677 N Wilmot RdTucson, AZ 85711-2701 · (520) 795-2889 · Fax (520) 795-6321
Fax(520) 795-6321
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Arizona College Of MedicineGraduated 2008
Enumeration DateJune 11, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 24, 2014
NPI 1255591343 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 4

Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085R0202X
License Licensed in AZ · 48931
Definition
A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 70465 (AZ)
Also ListedRadiology · Body ImagingTaxonomy 2085B0100X · License 48931 (AZ)
Also ListedRadiology · Diagnostic UltrasoundTaxonomy 2085U0001X · License 48931 (AZ)
677 N WILMOT RD, Tucson, AZ 85711

Other Identifiers 7

Other1255591343AZ · Physician Npi
OtherCS7943AZ · Group Medicare Railroad
OtherZWCBBMAZ · Group Medicare Ptan
OtherZ166866AZ · Medicare Ptan For Physician
Other005472AZ · Group Ahcccs Id
Other904908AZ · Physcian Ahcccs Id
Other1841231989AZ · Group Npi

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

Dr. Munish Kumar Chitkara 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 ID3072738301
PECOS Enrollment IDI20140630002095
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 28

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.

Injection, gadoterate meglumine, 0.1 ml A9575
Gadoterate meglumine is a contrast agent used in MRI scans to help visualize certain areas of your body more clearly. It's injected into your bloodstream, typically through a vein in your arm, and helps doctors get more detailed images.
15,631 services90 patients
Dxa bone density measurement of hip, pelvis, spine 77080
A DXA bone density measurement is a simple, quick, and non-invasive procedure that assesses the strength of your bones. This test uses X-rays to measure the amount of minerals, mainly calcium, in the hip, pelvis, and spine. It helps in early detection of osteoporosis or other bone diseases.
2,249 services2,249 patients
Low osmolar contrast material, 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml Q9967
Low osmolar contrast material with 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration is a diagnostic tool used in imaging procedures. It helps to enhance the visibility of specific areas in the body, aiding in accurate diagnosis. It's safe and generally well-tolerated by patients.
1,950 services19 patients
Mri scan of arm joint without contrast 73221
An MRI scan of the arm joint is a non-invasive imaging procedure that uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of the structures within your arm joint. No contrast dye is used in this process. It helps to diagnose or monitor conditions like arthritis, injuries, or infections.
303 services291 patients
Mri scan of leg joint without contrast 73721
An MRI scan of your leg joint is a non-invasive procedure that uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of the structures within your leg. This helps doctors diagnose or monitor conditions without using contrast dye.
232 services210 patients
Dxa bone density measurement of hip, pelvis, spine including spine fracture assessment 77085
A DXA bone density measurement is a non-invasive scan that helps assess the strength of your bones, specifically in the hip, pelvis, and spine areas. It can detect early signs of osteoporosis and evaluate fracture risk. This test uses low-dose X-rays for accurate results.
167 services167 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 85711 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
$85.89 typical visit price
range $55.44 – $168.60
Typical copayment $21.47 (range $13.86 – $42.15)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$69.24 typical visit price
range $17.72 – $137.41
Typical copayment $17.31 (range $4.43 – $34.35)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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.

60.99/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality73.02
Improvement Activities40
Cost19.44

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.

Radiology (Vascular & Interventional Radiology)
677 N WILMOT RD
TUCSON, AZ 85711
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
677 N WILMOT RD
TUCSON, AZ 85711
Nurse Practitioner
677 N WILMOT RD
TUCSON, AZ 85711
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
677 N WILMOT RD
TUCSON, AZ 85711
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
677 N WILMOT RD
TUCSON, AZ 85711
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
677 N WILMOT RD
TUCSON, AZ 85711
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
677 N WILMOT RD
TUCSON, AZ 85711
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
677 N WILMOT RD
TUCSON, AZ 85711

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 Munish Chitkara's NPI number?

The NPI number for Munish Chitkara is 1255591343. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 11, 2008.

Where is Munish Chitkara located?

Munish Chitkara practices at 677 N Wilmot Rd, Tucson, AZ 85711. The listed phone number is (520) 795-2889.

What is Munish Chitkara's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0202X.

Is Munish Chitkara enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Munish Chitkara 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 Munish Chitkara accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Antidote Health Plan of Arizona, Inc. and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona list Munish Chitkara 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 Munish Chitkara was last updated on July 24, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.