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DR. SUNEETHA MORTHALA M.D.
NPI 1407880941
Internal Medicine - Rheumatology in Columbia, SC

Active since July 10, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
70.82/100
CMS Quality Rating
2233 CLEMSON RD, COLUMBIA, SC 29229(803) 462-2824(803) 386-0283 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 28, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Suneetha Morthala M.d. NPPES

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

DR. SUNEETHA MORTHALA M.D. (NPI 1407880941) is an individual rheumatology provider in Columbia, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (28893) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1407880941
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RR0500X
Provider Legal NameDR. SUNEETHA MORTHALACredential: M.D.
Location Address2233 CLEMSON RDColumbia, SC 29229-8016
Mailing Address4611 Hard Scrabble Rd, Suite 359Columbia, SC 29229-8584 · (803) 462-2824 · Fax (803) 386-0283
Phone(803) 462-2824
Fax(803) 386-0283
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1998
Enumeration DateJuly 10, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 28, 2013
✔ NPI 1407880941 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · RheumatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RR0500X
License✔ Licensed in SC · 28893
Definition

An internist who treats diseases of joints, muscle, bones and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and treats arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries and collagen diseases.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 28893 (SC)
2233 CLEMSON RD, Columbia, SC 29229
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Dr. Suneetha Kolli

Other Identifiers 5

Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedAA13852603SC
Medicare UPINI54694
Medicare UPINI54694SC
Medicaid288931SC
Medicare PINAA13852603SC

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. Suneetha Morthala 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 ID2264445626
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060801000368
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 10

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, abatacept, 10 mg (code may be used for medicare when drug administered under the direct supervision of a physician, not for use when drug is self administered) J0129
Abatacept is a medication administered via injection under a doctor's supervision. It's used to treat conditions like rheumatoid arthritis by moderating the immune system. This code applies when the doctor administers the drug, not for self-administration.
18,300 services25 patients
Injection, golimumab, 1 mg, for intravenous use J1602
Golimumab is a medication given through an IV (a small tube in your vein). It helps to reduce inflammation and pain by blocking a protein in your body that causes inflammation. It's often used to treat conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis.
17,150 services19 patients
Injection, denosumab, 1 mg J0897
Denosumab is a medication given via injection to strengthen your bones. It works by slowing down the cells that break down bone, improving bone density and reducing the risk of fractures. It's often used for osteoporosis treatment.
2,460 services25 patients
Hyaluronan or derivitive, genvisc 850, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg J7320
Genvisc 850 is an injection containing hyaluronan, a substance naturally found in your joints. It helps to lubricate and cushion your joints. This treatment is used to relieve knee pain due to osteoarthritis when other treatments have not worked.
1,200 services11 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.
461 services222 patients
Administration of chemotherapy into vein, 1 hour or less 96413
Chemotherapy is a treatment that uses drugs to destroy cancer cells. When administered into a vein, it's often through an IV. This procedure usually lasts 1 hour or less. You may feel a slight pinch as the needle is inserted, but it's generally painless.
441 services59 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Lexington Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · West Columbia, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number420073
Location2720 Sunset BlvdWest Columbia, SC 29169 · Lexington County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29229 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
$124.04 typical visit price
range $53.57 – $163.84
Typical copayment $31.01 (range $13.39 – $40.96)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.12 typical visit price
range $16.96 – $133.52
Typical copayment $23.78 (range $4.24 – $33.38)
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.

70.82/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality79.88
Improvement Activities40
Cost29.56

Reported Quality Measures

Appropriate Use of DXA Scans in Women Under 65 Years Who Do Not Meet the Risk Factor Profile for Osteoporotic Fracture
Lower rates are better for this measure.
0%61 patients
Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report
39%97 patients2/55-star benchmark: 87%
Controlling High Blood Pressure
60%241 patients3/55-star benchmark: 98%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
96%1,403 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
84%656 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA): Periodic Assessment of Disease Activity
100%231 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 0% · 305 patients
Patients totalRate: 2% · 305 patients
2%305 patients4/55-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

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

SANDHILLS RHEUMATOLOGY, LLC
Internal Medicine (Rheumatology)
2233 CLEMSON RD
COLUMBIA, SC 29229
Richland County (803) 462-2884

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 Suneetha Morthala's NPI number?

The NPI number for Suneetha Morthala is 1407880941. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 10, 2006. The provider is also known as Dr. Suneetha Kolli.

Where is Suneetha Morthala located?

Suneetha Morthala practices at 2233 Clemson Rd, Columbia, SC 29229. The listed phone number is (803) 462-2824.

What is Suneetha Morthala's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Rheumatology, with taxonomy code 207RR0500X.

Is Suneetha Morthala enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Suneetha Morthala 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.

Is Suneetha Morthala affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Suneetha Morthala is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Suneetha Morthala was last updated on June 28, 2013. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.