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RAMA K. KUCHIPUDI MD
NPI 1295700979
Anesthesiology in Arlington Heights, IL

Active since February 17, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
800 W CENTRAL RD, ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60005(847) 618-7140(847) 618-0228 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 17, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 17, 2026, Feb 2, 2026, Jan 4, 2025 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2023).

About Rama K. Kuchipudi Md NPPES

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

RAMA K. KUCHIPUDI MD (NPI 1295700979) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Arlington Heights, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036108254) and active in the NPI registry since February 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Broward Health Medical Center, and maintains 6 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1295700979
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameRAMA K. KUCHIPUDICredential: MD
Location Address800 W CENTRAL RDArlington Heights, IL 60005-2349
Mailing Address2650 Ridge Ave Ste 1223Evanston, IL 60201-1700 · (847) 570-2040
Phone(847) 618-7140
Fax(847) 618-0228
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1998
Enumeration DateFebruary 17, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 17, 20265 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 17, 2026
✔ NPI 1295700979 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in IL · 036108254✔ Licensed in VA · 0101276878✔ Licensed in FL · ME153668✔ Licensed in WI · 2310
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
Also ListedAnesthesiology · Pain MedicineTaxonomy 207LP2900X · License 036108254 (IL)
800 W CENTRAL RD, Arlington Heights, IL 60005
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Secondary Practice Locations 6

Location 11201 Sam Perry Blvd Ste 101Fredericksburg, VA 22401-4490 · Phone (540) 741-7614
Location 2101 Hospital Center BlvdStafford, VA 22554-6200 · Phone (540) 741-7614
Location 32736 NE 14th StFort Lauderdale, FL 33304-1611 · Phone (480) 939-0616
Location 4855 N Westhaven DrOshkosh, WI 54904-7668 · Phone (920) 303-8700
Location 5100 High StBuffalo, NY 14203-1126 · Phone (305) 930-2208
Location 61001 Sam Perry BlvdFredericksburg, VA 22401-4453 · Phone (540) 741-7614

Other Identifiers 4

Other0004930110IL · Bcbs
Other111282IL · Health Partners
OtherP00045772IL · Railroad Medicare
Medicaid100229430WI

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, CareSource (Common Ground Healthcare), Cigna Healthcare and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Rama K. Kuchipudi 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 ID42287864
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040913000303, I20220316001237, I20230328002891
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

15

Medicare enrollment records show Rama Kuchipudi reassigns Medicare billing to 15 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Endeavor Health Medical Group
15 mi
Allergy & Immunology
1000 CENTRAL ST
Evanston, IL 60201
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 4,841 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1497701882 (847) 570-5235
Vituity-Wisconsin Anesthesia Sc
35 mi
Anesthesiology
9555 76TH ST
Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
  • 210 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1821831975 (262) 577-8000
Aurora Medical Group, Inc.
64 mi
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
3301 W FOREST HOME AVE
Milwaukee, WI 53215
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
  • 4,609 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1427271378 (877) 576-3544
Clinical Colleagues LLC
195 mi
Anesthesiology
1250 S WASHINGTON ST
Van Wert, OH 45891
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Ohio enrollment
  • 86 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1992725766 (850) 985-9180
Mary Washington Healthcare Specialty Services LLC
612 mi
Anesthesiology
1001 SAM PERRY BLVD
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Virginia enrollment
  • 186 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1821033010 (540) 741-1041
Jefferson Anesthesiologist Services PC
624 mi
Anesthesiology
830 WASHINGTON ST
Watertown, NY 13601
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • 84 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1508818014 (315) 785-4313
Dogwood Anesthesia Providers, LLC
638 mi
Anesthesiology
7101 JAHNKE RD
Richmond, VA 23225
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Virginia enrollment
  • 167 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1982329900 (804) 483-0817
Anesthesia Partners Of Arizona LLC
788 mi
Anesthesiology
2221 LAKESIDE BLVD STE 600
Richardson, TX 75082
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arizona enrollment
  • 390 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1619452901 (855) 285-2455
Sheridan Healthcorp Inc
801 mi
Anesthesiology
4600 N DAVIS HWY
Pensacola, FL 32503
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 1,973 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1811664386 (973) 251-1132
St. Lucie Anesthesia Associates, LLC
968 mi
Anesthesiology
201 W GUAVA ST
Lady Lake, FL 32159
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 230 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1821660523 (877) 328-1119

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 6

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.

Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.
39 services39 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
23 services23 patients
Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement 01402
Anesthesia for a total knee joint replacement numbs your body to eliminate pain during surgery. This could be general anesthesia where you're unconscious, or regional anesthesia where only the leg is numb. It's administered by a specialist, ensuring safety and comfort.
21 services21 patients
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) 64447
This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent and/or steroid into a nerve in your thigh. It's done to alleviate pain or inflammation. A needle will be carefully positioned near the nerve, and the medicine will be administered.
19 services19 patients
Anesthesia for exam of colon using an endoscope 00812
Anesthesia for a colon examination with an endoscope is a method used to ensure comfort during the procedure. It involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep, thus reducing discomfort as the endoscope, a thin, flexible tube, is navigated through your colon.
12 services12 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on urinary system through urethra 00910
Anesthesia for a procedure on the urinary system through the urethra involves using medicine to numb sensation in the area. This is done to ensure you feel no pain or discomfort during the procedure. The medicine can be given locally, regionally, or generally, depending on the specifics of your procedure.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Broward Health Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Fort Lauderdale, FL
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number100039
Location1600 S Andrews AveFort Lauderdale, FL 33316 · Broward County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Hca Florida Lawnwood Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Fort Pierce, FL
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number100246
Location1700 S 23rd StFort Pierce, FL 34950 · St. Lucie County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Northwest Community Hospital 1

Acute Care Hospitals · Arlington Heights, IL
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number140252
Location800 W Central RoadArlington Heights, IL 60005 · Cook County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mary Washington Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Fredericksburg, VA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number490022
Location1001 Sam Perry BoulevardFredericksburg, VA 22401 · Fredericksburg City County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Cjw Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Richmond, VA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number490112
Location7101 Jahnke RoadRichmond, VA 23235 · Chesterfield County
Emergency services

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.

DR. ASAD S MEHDI M.D.
Hospitalist
800 W CENTRAL RD
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60005
Cook County (877) 635-9229
CHONG H. PAK MD
Hospitalist
800 W CENTRAL RD
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60005
Cook County (847) 618-8400
JOHN A SHANLEY M.D.
Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)
800 W CENTRAL RD
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60005
Cook County (847) 618-4177
KISHEN S. MANGLANI M.D.
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
800 W CENTRAL RD
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60005
Cook County (847) 618-6150
DR. VISHAL S OZA M.D.
Anesthesiology
800 W CENTRAL RD
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60005
Cook County (847) 618-1000
ARIANA DOROSKIN
Physical Therapist
800 W CENTRAL RD
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60005
Cook County (847) 618-1000
RADIATION ONCOLOGY ASSOCIATES, LLC
Radiology (Radiation Oncology)
800 W CENTRAL RD
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60005
Cook County (847) 618-6560
CHARLES NOZICKA DO
Emergency Medicine
800 W CENTRAL RD, NORTHWEST COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60005
Cook County (847) 618-2494

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 Rama Kuchipudi's NPI number?

The NPI number for Rama Kuchipudi is 1295700979. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 17, 2006.

Where is Rama Kuchipudi located?

Rama Kuchipudi practices at 800 W Central Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60005. The listed phone number is (847) 618-7140.

What is Rama Kuchipudi's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Rama Kuchipudi enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Rama Kuchipudi 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 Rama Kuchipudi's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Rama Kuchipudi reassigns Medicare benefits to 15 organizations: Endeavor Health Medical Group (Evanston, IL), Vituity-Wisconsin Anesthesia Sc (Pleasant Prairie, WI), Aurora Medical Group, Inc. (Milwaukee, WI), Clinical Colleagues LLC (Van Wert, OH), Mary Washington Healthcare Specialty Services LLC (Fredericksburg, VA) and 10 more organizations, listed in the Medicare section above. 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 Rama Kuchipudi's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Rama Kuchipudi accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, CareSource (Common Ground Healthcare), Cigna HealthCare of Florida, Inc., Cigna Healthcare and Moda Health Plan, Inc. and 4 other insurers list Rama Kuchipudi 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 Rama Kuchipudi affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Rama Kuchipudi is affiliated with Broward Health Medical Center, Hca Florida Lawnwood Hospital, Northwest Community Hospital 1, Mary Washington Hospital and Cjw Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Rama Kuchipudi was last updated on April 17, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 months 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.