DR. MURALI K ANKEM MD
NPI 1467486498
Urology in Louisville, KY

Active since July 10, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
73.19/100
CMS Quality Rating
401 E CHESTNUT ST UNIT 520, LOUISVILLE, KY 40202(502) 588-4740(502) 588-9537 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 17, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 17, 2025, Apr 12, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About Dr. Murali K Ankem Md NPPES

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

DR. MURALI K ANKEM MD (NPI 1467486498) is an individual urology provider in Louisville, Kentucky, licensed in Kentucky (44537) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with T J Samson Community Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1982).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1467486498
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208800000X
Provider Legal NameDR. MURALI K ANKEMCredential: MD
Location Address401 E CHESTNUT ST UNIT 520Louisville, KY 40202-5713
Mailing AddressPo Box 909Louisville, KY 40201-0909 · (502) 588-0328
Fax(502) 588-9537
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1982
Enumeration DateJuly 10, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 17, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 17, 2025
NPI 1467486498 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyUrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208800000X
License Licensed in KY · 44537
Definition
A urologist manages benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and the adrenal gland. This specialist has comprehensive knowledge of and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous and open surgery of congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems and their contiguous structures.
401 E CHESTNUT ST UNIT 520, Louisville, KY 40202

Other Identifiers 4

Medicaid1474703LA
Medicaid0153451NJ
Medicaid201051040IN
Medicaid7100189110KY

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. Murali K Ankem 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 ID5799731568
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120127000598
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 9

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 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.
108 services63 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.
46 services38 patients
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.
28 services14 patients
Urinalysis, manual test 81002
A urinalysis is a simple, non-invasive test that checks the urine for various elements such as sugar, protein, and signs of infection. It can help detect many common conditions, including kidney disease and diabetes. The manual test involves a lab technician examining a urine sample.
23 services20 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
23 services22 patients
Ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding 51798
Ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding is a non-invasive test that uses sound waves to create images of your bladder. It's done after you've emptied your bladder to see if there's any leftover urine, which can help diagnose certain conditions.
21 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

T J Samson Community Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Glasgow, KY
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number180017
Location1301 North Race StreetGlasgow, KY 42141 · Barren County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Jewish Hospital & St Mary's Healthcare

Acute Care Hospitals · Louisville, KY
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number180040
Location200 Abraham Flexner WayLouisville, KY 40202 · Jefferson County
Emergency services

University Of Louisville Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Louisville, KY
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number180141
Location530 South Jackson StreetLouisville, KY 40202 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 40202 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
$122.77 typical visit price
range $52.76 – $162.27
Typical copayment $30.69 (range $13.19 – $40.56)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$66.24 typical visit price
range $16.53 – $131.99
Typical copayment $16.56 (range $4.13 – $32.99)
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.

73.19/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality58.74
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost51.91

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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

Lubricant, individual sterile packet, each A4332
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
3 suppliers22 claims3,890 services$0.10 avg. paid by Medicare
Intermittent urinary catheter; straight tip, with or without coating (teflon, silicone, silicone elastomer, or hydrophilic, etc.), each A4351
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF008N
3 suppliers24 claims4,070 services$1.42 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 5

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

Urology
401 E CHESTNUT ST UNIT 520
LOUISVILLE, KY 40202
Urology
401 E CHESTNUT ST UNIT 520
LOUISVILLE, KY 40202
Urology
401 E CHESTNUT ST UNIT 520
LOUISVILLE, KY 40202
Physician Assistant
401 E CHESTNUT ST UNIT 520
LOUISVILLE, KY 40202
Urology
401 E CHESTNUT ST UNIT 520
LOUISVILLE, KY 40202

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 Murali Ankem's NPI number?

The NPI number for Murali Ankem is 1467486498. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 10, 2006.

Where is Murali Ankem located?

Murali Ankem practices at 401 E Chestnut St Unit 520, Louisville, KY 40202. The listed phone number is (502) 588-4740.

What is Murali Ankem's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Urology with taxonomy code 208800000X.

Is Murali Ankem enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Murali Ankem 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 Murali Ankem accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter of Tennessee and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and 1 other insurer list Murali Ankem 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 Murali Ankem affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Murali Ankem is affiliated with T J Samson Community Hospital, Jewish Hospital & St Mary's Healthcare and University Of Louisville Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Murali Ankem was last updated on June 17, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.