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MISS SHANTA ARUMBAKAM PURUSHOTHAM MD
NPI 1881793495
Internal Medicine - Rheumatology in Brooksville, FL

Active since September 21, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
711 HARVARD STREET, BROOKSVILLE, FL 34601(352) 799-0135(352) 754-5394 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 23, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Miss Shanta Arumbakam Purushotham Md NPPES

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

MISS SHANTA ARUMBAKAM PURUSHOTHAM MD (NPI 1881793495) is an individual rheumatology provider in Brooksville, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME66516) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Tampa General Hospital Brooksville, and is a graduate of Other (1978).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1881793495
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RR0500X
Provider Legal NameMISS SHANTA ARUMBAKAM PURUSHOTHAMCredential: MD
Location Address711 HARVARD STREETBrooksville, FL 34601
Mailing Address711 Harvard StBrooksville, FL 34601-2842 · (352) 799-0135 · Fax (352) 754-5394
Phone(352) 799-0135
Fax(352) 754-5394
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1978
Enumeration DateSeptember 21, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 23, 2011
✔ NPI 1881793495 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · RheumatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RR0500X
License✔ Licensed in FL · ME66516
Definition
An internist who treats diseases of joints, muscle, bones and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and treats arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries and collagen diseases.
711 HARVARD STREET, Brooksville, FL 34601
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicare UPINF49372

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

Miss Shanta Arumbakam Purushotham 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 ID6800962564
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080903000272
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 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.
539 services98 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
362 services156 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.
143 services99 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.
138 services101 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.
36 services12 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.
27 services22 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Tampa General Hospital Brooksville

Acute Care Hospitals · Brooksville, FL
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number100071
Location17240 Cortez BlvdBrooksville, FL 34601 · Hernando County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Hca Florida Oak Hill Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Brooksville, FL
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number100264
Location11375 Cortez BlvdBrooksville, FL 34613 · Hernando County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 34601 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.

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 suppliers42 claims43 services$12.93 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
5 suppliers52 claims53 services$63.01 avg. paid by Medicare
Standard wheelchair K0001
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$18.61 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Shanta Purushotham's NPI number?

The NPI number for Shanta Purushotham is 1881793495. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 21, 2006.

Where is Shanta Purushotham located?

Shanta Purushotham practices at 711 Harvard Street, Brooksville, FL 34601. The listed phone number is (352) 799-0135.

What is Shanta Purushotham's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Rheumatology, with taxonomy code 207RR0500X.

Is Shanta Purushotham enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Shanta Purushotham 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 Shanta Purushotham accept?

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

According to CMS data, Shanta Purushotham is affiliated with Tampa General Hospital Brooksville and Hca Florida Oak Hill Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Shanta Purushotham was last updated on September 23, 2011. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 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.