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RAMCHARITHA KANDIKATLA M.D.
NPI 1821409673
Internal Medicine in Odessa, TX

Active since May 14, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
82.9/100
CMS Quality Rating
500 W 4TH ST, ODESSA, TX 79761(432) 640-4000(432) 640-2897 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 16, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Ramcharitha Kandikatla M.d. NPPES

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

RAMCHARITHA KANDIKATLA M.D. (NPI 1821409673) is an individual internal medicine provider in Odessa, Texas, licensed in Texas (R6027) and active in the NPI registry since May 2014. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Medical Center Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2010).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1821409673
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameRAMCHARITHA KANDIKATLACredential: M.D.
Location Address500 W 4TH STOdessa, TX 79761-5001
Mailing AddressPo Box 2129Odessa, TX 79760-2129 · (432) 640-4000 · Fax (432) 640-2897
Phone(432) 640-4000
Fax(432) 640-2897
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateMay 14, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 16, 2018
✔ NPI 1821409673 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · R6027
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.
Also ListedHospitalistTaxonomy 208M00000X · License R6027 (TX)
500 W 4TH ST, Odessa, TX 79761
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections 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 and accepts Medicare assignment

Ramcharitha Kandikatla 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 ID4385934736
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180223001626
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 6

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.
608 services236 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.
113 services110 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 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.
87 services86 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
20 services20 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.
16 services14 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.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Medical Center Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Odessa, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number450132
Location500 W 4th StreetOdessa, TX 79761 · Ector County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 79761 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
$126.40 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$97.05 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
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.

82.9/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality89.16
Improvement Activities40
Cost55.08

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.

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
1 supplier30 claims30 services$19.17 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
1 supplier30 claims30 services$102.81 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.

BENEDICT CASTANARES NOVICIO CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
500 W 4TH ST
ODESSA, TX 79761
Ector County (432) 640-2408
ALICIA G. FLETCHER ACNS-BC
Clinical Nurse Specialist (Adult Health)
500 W 4TH ST
ODESSA, TX 79761
Ector County (432) 640-2128
ASHLEY GOODGAME
Registered Nurse (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
500 W 4TH ST
ODESSA, TX 79761
Ector County (432) 889-8908
ABHISHEK BHARI JAYADEVAPPA M.D.
Anesthesiology
500 W 4TH ST
ODESSA, TX 79761
Ector County (432) 640-4000
DR. BRUCE CARL BECKER II M.D.
Family Medicine
500 W 4TH ST
ODESSA, TX 79761
Ector County (432) 640-1059
ABIDEMI YEMISI ADENIRAN FNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
500 W 4TH ST
ODESSA, TX 79761
Ector County (432) 640-2401
JOSEPH F BRYAN M.D.
Anesthesiology
500 W 4TH ST
ODESSA, TX 79761
Ector County (432) 640-2401
JEFFERY M PINNOW M.D.
Emergency Medicine (Emergency Medical Services)
500 W 4TH ST
ODESSA, TX 79761
Ector County (432) 640-4000

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 Ramcharitha Kandikatla's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ramcharitha Kandikatla is 1821409673. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 14, 2014.

Where is Ramcharitha Kandikatla located?

Ramcharitha Kandikatla practices at 500 W 4th St, Odessa, TX 79761. The listed phone number is (432) 640-4000.

What is Ramcharitha Kandikatla's specialty?

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

Is Ramcharitha Kandikatla enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ramcharitha Kandikatla 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 Ramcharitha Kandikatla accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Ambetter of Oklahoma and 1 other insurer list Ramcharitha Kandikatla 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 Ramcharitha Kandikatla affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ramcharitha Kandikatla is affiliated with Medical Center Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ramcharitha Kandikatla was last updated on February 16, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 years 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.