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DR. BHAVANI PUSKUR MD
NPI 1760453427
Internal Medicine - Infectious Disease in Melbourne, FL

Active since January 31, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75/100
CMS Quality Rating
2328 CITADEL WAY STE 103-319, MELBOURNE, FL 32940(321) 757-1900(866) 376-2481 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 15, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 15, 2024, Sep 7, 2023, Feb 15, 2020 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2018).

About Dr. Bhavani Puskur Md NPPES

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

DR. BHAVANI PUSKUR MD (NPI 1760453427) is an individual infectious disease provider in Melbourne, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME93837) and active in the NPI registry since January 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Holmes Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1760453427
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RI0200X
Provider Legal NameDR. BHAVANI PUSKURCredential: MD
Location Address2328 CITADEL WAY STE 103-319Melbourne, FL 32940-6459
Mailing Address2328 Citadel Way Ste 103-319Melbourne, FL 32940-6459 · (321) 757-1900 · Fax (866) 376-2481
Phone(321) 757-1900
Fax(866) 376-2481
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1998
Enumeration DateJanuary 31, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 15, 20244 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 8, 2024
✔ NPI 1760453427 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Infectious DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RI0200X
License✔ Licensed in FL · ME93837
Definition
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License ME93837 (FL)
2328 CITADEL WAY STE 103-319, Melbourne, FL 32940
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid273804000FL
Other103846TN · Bc

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL), Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company).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 and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Bhavani Puskur 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 ID6800811779
PECOS Enrollment IDI20051010000794
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.

Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.
3,374 services314 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.
2,494 services500 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.
1,319 services384 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.
687 services541 patients
Initial nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99305
An initial nursing facility visit per day is a service where a healthcare professional spends about 35 minutes assessing a patient's health status. This includes reviewing medical history, conducting a physical exam, and developing a care plan based on the patient's needs.
333 services283 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.
116 services37 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Holmes Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Melbourne, FL
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100019
Location1350 S Hickory StMelbourne, FL 32901 · Brevard County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Cape Canaveral Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Cocoa Beach, FL
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100177
Location701 W Cocoa Beach CausewayCocoa Beach, FL 32932 · Brevard County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Viera Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Melbourne, FL
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100315
Location8745 N Wickham RdMelbourne, FL 32940 · Brevard County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 32940 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
$130.04 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $171.84
Typical copayment $32.51 (range $14.00 – $42.96)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$99.16 typical visit price
range $17.57 – $139.16
Typical copayment $24.79 (range $4.39 – $34.79)
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
Individually scored

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

BREVARD PRIMARY CARE LLC
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
2328 CITADEL WAY STE 103-319
MELBOURNE, FL 32940
Brevard County (321) 757-1900

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 Bhavani Puskur's NPI number?

The NPI number for Bhavani Puskur is 1760453427. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 31, 2006.

Where is Bhavani Puskur located?

Bhavani Puskur practices at 2328 Citadel Way Ste 103-319, Melbourne, FL 32940. The listed phone number is (321) 757-1900.

What is Bhavani Puskur's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Infectious Disease, with taxonomy code 207RI0200X.

Is Bhavani Puskur enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Bhavani Puskur 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 Bhavani Puskur accept?

Health plans from Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL) and Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company) list Bhavani Puskur 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 Bhavani Puskur affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Bhavani Puskur is affiliated with Holmes Regional Medical Center, Cape Canaveral Hospital and Viera Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Bhavani Puskur was last updated on November 15, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 20 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.