THANUJA KUMARI PUCHAKAYALA MD
NPI 1740367259
Internal Medicine in High Point, NC

Active since November 01, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
601 N ELM ST, HIGH POINT, NC 27262(336) 878-6419(336) 878-6420 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 12, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

About Thanuja Kumari Puchakayala Md NPPES

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

THANUJA KUMARI PUCHAKAYALA MD (NPI 1740367259) is an individual internal medicine provider in High Point, North Carolina and active in the NPI registry since November 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Betsy Johnson Regional Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1999).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1740367259
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameTHANUJA KUMARI PUCHAKAYALACredential: MD
Location Address601 N ELM STHigh Point, NC 27262-4331
Mailing Address5410 Maryland Way, Suite 300Brentwood, TN 37027-5064 · (615) 377-5670 · Fax (615) 377-1678
Fax(336) 878-6420
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1999
Enumeration DateNovember 1, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 12, 2007
NPI 1740367259 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
Definition

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

601 N ELM ST, High Point, NC 27262

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

Thanuja Kumari Puchakayala 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 ID5193829869
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070406000168
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 8

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.

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 25 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.
308 services131 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
85 services80 patients
Follow-up observation care per day, typically 25 minutes 99225
Follow-up observation care is a daily service where your health progress is monitored for about 25 minutes. It's a routine check to ensure your treatment is effective and to adjust if necessary. It's a crucial part of your healthcare journey.
43 services24 patients
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 50 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
42 services42 patients
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 35 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.
41 services17 patients
Hospital observation care on day of discharge 99217
Hospital observation care on the day of discharge involves monitoring your health status to ensure stability before you leave. This includes assessing vital signs, response to treatment, and readiness for home care or rehabilitation.
27 services26 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Betsy Johnson Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Dunn, NC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number340071
Location800 Tilghman DrDunn, NC 28334 · Harnett County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 27262 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
$125.01 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $31.25 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.94 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $23.98 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

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

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
3 suppliers22 claims22 services$17.35 avg. paid by Medicare
Nebulizer, with compressor E0570
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
2 suppliers14 claims14 services$4.93 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
3 suppliers48 claims48 services$86.77 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 20

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

Skilled Nursing Facility
601 N ELM ST
HIGH POINT, NC 27262
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
601 N ELM ST
HIGH POINT, NC 27262
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
601 N ELM ST
HIGH POINT, NC 27262
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
601 N ELM ST
HIGH POINT, NC 27262
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
601 N ELM ST
HIGH POINT, NC 27262
Specialist
601 N ELM ST
HIGH POINT, NC 27262
Internal Medicine
601 N ELM ST
HIGH POINT, NC 27262
Emergency Medicine
601 N ELM ST
HIGH POINT, NC 27262

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 Thanuja Puchakayala's NPI number?

The NPI number for Thanuja Puchakayala is 1740367259. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 1, 2006.

Where is Thanuja Puchakayala located?

Thanuja Puchakayala practices at 601 N Elm St, High Point, NC 27262. The listed phone number is (336) 878-6419.

What is Thanuja Puchakayala's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Thanuja Puchakayala enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Thanuja Puchakayala 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 Thanuja Puchakayala affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Thanuja Puchakayala is affiliated with Betsy Johnson Regional Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Thanuja Puchakayala was last updated on November 12, 2007. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.