DR. RAMESHKUMAR ATHIPPALAYAM CHELLAMUTHU M.D
NPI 1629264510
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Gadsden, AL

Q: What is Rameshkumar Athippalayam Chellamuthu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Rameshkumar Athippalayam Chellamuthu is 1629264510. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 24, 2007.

Q: What is Rameshkumar Athippalayam Chellamuthu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Active since September 24, 2007PECOS Enrolled

75/100

CMS Quality Rating

1026 GOODYEAR AVE STE 302B, GADSDEN, AL 35903(256) 485-0899(866) 265-9563 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 2, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 2, 2025, Dec 27, 2018, Jun 17, 2016 (3 updates tracked since 2016).

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About Dr. Rameshkumar Athippalayam Chellamuthu M.d NPPES

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

DR. RAMESHKUMAR ATHIPPALAYAM CHELLAMUTHU M.D (NPI 1629264510) is an individual nephrology provider in Gadsden, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (32348) and active in the NPI registry since September 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains 5 additional practice locations, and is a graduate of Other (2000).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1629264510

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X

Provider Legal NameDR. RAMESHKUMAR ATHIPPALAYAM CHELLAMUTHUCredential: M.D

Location Address1026 GOODYEAR AVE STE 302BGadsden, AL 35903-1194

Mailing Address1026 Goodyear Ave Ste 302bGadsden, AL 35903-1194 · (256) 485-0899 · Fax (866) 265-9563

Phone(256) 485-0899

Fax(866) 265-9563

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2000

Enumeration DateSeptember 24, 2007

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 2, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJanuary 2, 2025

✔ NPI 1629264510 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RN0300X

License✔ Licensed in AL · 32348

Definition

An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.

1026 GOODYEAR AVE STE 302B, Gadsden, AL 35903

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Secondary Practice Locations 5

Location 12055 E South Blvd Ste 708Montgomery, AL 36116-2014 · Phone (334) 457-7212 · Fax (866) 265-9563

Location 270 Plaza DrPell City, AL 35125-9314 · Phone (256) 485-0899 · Fax (866) 265-9563

Location 32001 Cades Ave SWFort Payne, AL 35968-3554 · Phone (256) 485-0899 · Fax (866) 265-9563

Location 42525 US Highway 431 Ste 270Boaz, AL 35957-5934 · Phone (256) 485-0899 · Fax (866) 265-9563

Location 57938 Al Highway 69 Ste 360Guntersville, AL 35976-7177 · Phone (256) 485-0899 · Fax (866) 265-9563

Other Identifiers 1

Other32348AL · License

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. Rameshkumar Athippalayam Chellamuthu M.d is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID8729227202

PECOS Enrollment IDI20130612000606

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 5

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.

Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month 99490

Chronic care management services involve a healthcare professional directing clinical staff in managing your chronic conditions. This includes the first 20 minutes per month of services like medication management, care coordination, and health monitoring to help improve your health and quality of life.

318 services104 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.

230 services112 patients

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.

163 services82 patients

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

95 services87 patients

Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291

Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.

56 services25 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35903 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

$122.31 typical visit price

range $52.65 – $161.63

Typical copayment $30.57 (range $13.16 – $40.40)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$93.72 typical visit price

range $16.56 – $131.65

Typical copayment $23.43 (range $4.14 – $32.91)

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.

75/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

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