DR. MIRNELA P BYKU MD
NPI 1891011219
Internal Medicine - Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology in Charlottesville, VA

Active since April 09, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
500 RAY C HUNT DR, CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22903(434) 243-1000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 14, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 14, 2025, Jan 13, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About Dr. Mirnela P Byku Md NPPES

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

DR. MIRNELA P BYKU MD (NPI 1891011219) is an individual advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology provider in Charlottesville, Virginia, licensed in Virginia (0101284867) and active in the NPI registry since April 2010. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Unc Hospitals, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1891011219
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RA0001X
Provider Legal NameDR. MIRNELA P BYKUCredential: MD
Location Address500 RAY C HUNT DRCharlottesville, VA 22903-2981
Mailing AddressPo Box 749112Atlanta, GA 30374-9112 · (434) 295-1000
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSSt. Louis College Of Physicians And SurgeonsGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateApril 9, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 14, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 14, 2025
NPI 1891011219 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant CardiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RA0001X
Licenses Licensed in VA · 0101284867 Licensed in NC · 201701312
Definition
Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology would participate in the inpatient and outpatient management of patients with advanced heart failure across the spectrum from consideration for high-risk cardiac surgery, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to pre-and post-operative evaluation and management of patients with cardiac transplants and mechanical support devices, and end-of-life care for patients with end-stage heart failure.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 0101284867 (VA)
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseTaxonomy 207RC0000X · License 201701312 (NC), 0101284867 (VA)
500 RAY C HUNT DR, Charlottesville, VA 22903

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1101 Manning DrChapel Hill, NC 27514-4220 · Phone (919) 966-5201
Location 21215 Lee StCharlottesville, VA 22908-4220 · Phone (434) 243-1000

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

Dr. Mirnela P Byku 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 ID1850537846
PECOS Enrollment IDI20250804001069
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 12

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.
154 services26 patients
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function 93306
This is a heart ultrasound, also known as an echocardiogram. It uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart, showing how blood flows through it. The color depicts the blood flow's speed and direction. It also checks the heart's valves to ensure they're working properly.
96 services96 patients
Evaluation of lower heart chamber assist device 93750
An evaluation of a lower heart chamber assist device is a procedure to check the function of an implanted device aiding your heart's lower chambers. This helps ensure optimal heart function by monitoring the device's performance and your heart's response to it.
40 services17 patients
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function 93306
This is a heart ultrasound, also known as an echocardiogram. It uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart, showing how blood flows through it. The color depicts the blood flow's speed and direction. It also checks the heart's valves to ensure they're working properly.
26 services26 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.
23 services18 patients
Ultrasound of heart, follow-up 93308
A follow-up ultrasound of the heart, also known as an echocardiogram, is a non-invasive test that uses sound waves to create images of your heart. It helps doctors monitor your heart's function and structures after initial assessment or treatment.
19 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Unc Hospitals

Acute Care Hospitals · Chapel Hill, NC
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number340061
Location101 Manning DriveChapel Hill, NC 27514 · Orange County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

University Of Virginia Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Charlottesville, VA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number490009
Location1215 Lee StreetCharlottesville, VA 22908 · Charlottesville City County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 22903 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
$129.04 typical visit price
range $56.19 – $170.30
Typical copayment $32.26 (range $14.04 – $42.57)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$99.13 typical visit price
range $18.07 – $138.91
Typical copayment $24.78 (range $4.51 – $34.72)
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 7

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

Supplies for maintenance of non-insulin drug infusion catheter, per week (list drugs separately) A4221
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
2 suppliers53 claims53 services$18.88 avg. paid by Medicare
Infusion supplies for external drug infusion pump, per cassette or bag (list drugs separately) A4222
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
2 suppliers53 claims188 services$36.89 avg. paid by Medicare
Ambulatory infusion pump, single or multiple channels, electric or battery operated, with administrative equipment, worn by patient E0781
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
2 suppliers13 claims13 services$188.00 avg. paid by Medicare
Injection, dobutamine hydrochloride, per 250 mg J1250
Treatment-Injections and Infusions (nononcologic) · category RI000N
1 supplier18 claims228 services$4.98 avg. paid by Medicare
Injection, milrinone lactate, 5 mg J2260
Treatment-Injections and Infusions (nononcologic) · category RI026N
1 supplier36 claims2,079 services$1.31 avg. paid by Medicare
Tacrolimus, extended release, (envarsus xr), oral, 0.25 mg J7503
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH002N
2 suppliers18 claims5,310 services$1.21 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.

Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
500 RAY C HUNT DR
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22903
Urology
500 RAY C HUNT DR
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22903
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
500 RAY C HUNT DR
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22903
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
500 RAY C HUNT DR
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22903
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
500 RAY C HUNT DR
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22903
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
500 RAY C HUNT DR
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22903
Obstetrics & Gynecology (Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery)
500 RAY C HUNT DR
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22903
Urology
500 RAY C HUNT DR
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22903

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 Mirnela Byku's NPI number?

The NPI number for Mirnela Byku is 1891011219. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 9, 2010.

Where is Mirnela Byku located?

Mirnela Byku practices at 500 Ray C Hunt Dr, Charlottesville, VA 22903. The listed phone number is (434) 243-1000.

What is Mirnela Byku's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, with taxonomy code 207RA0001X.

Is Mirnela Byku enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Mirnela Byku 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 Mirnela Byku affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Mirnela Byku is affiliated with Unc Hospitals and University Of Virginia Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Mirnela Byku was last updated on August 14, 2025. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.