RANI KULKARNI MD
NPI 1932362365
Internal Medicine - Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism in Tacoma, WA

Active since July 07, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
80.17/100
CMS Quality Rating
1717 S J ST, TACOMA, WA 98405(253) 426-6341(253) 426-6344 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 27, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Rani Kulkarni Md NPPES

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

RANI KULKARNI MD (NPI 1932362365) is an individual endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism provider in Tacoma, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD60221482) and active in the NPI registry since July 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Joseph Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1932362365
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RE0101X
Provider Legal NameRANI KULKARNICredential: MD
Location Address1717 S J STTacoma, WA 98405-4933
Mailing Address1717 S J StTacoma, WA 98405-4933 · (253) 426-6341 · Fax (253) 426-6344
Fax(253) 426-6344
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2005
Enumeration DateJuly 7, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 27, 2024
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 27, 2024
NPI 1932362365 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RE0101X
Licenses Licensed in WA · MD60221482 Licensed in MD · D72969
Definition

An internist who concentrates on disorders of the internal (endocrine) glands such as the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also deals with disorders such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary diseases and menstrual and sexual problems.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License MD60221482 (WA), D72969 (MD)
Also ListedHospitalistTaxonomy 208M00000X · License D72969 (MD), MD60221482 (WA)
1717 S J ST, Tacoma, WA 98405

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid2265970WA

Accepted Insurance

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

Rani Kulkarni 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 ID5092987123
PECOS Enrollment IDI20231204003592
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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes 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.
311 services166 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes 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.
142 services109 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
74 services61 patients
Continuous monitoring of blood sugar level in tissue fluid using sensor under skin with interpretation and report 95251
This procedure involves placing a small sensor under your skin to continuously monitor your blood sugar levels in tissue fluid. The data is interpreted and a report is generated to help manage your diabetes more effectively.
68 services33 patients
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.
41 services21 patients
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 15 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.
33 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

St Joseph Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Tacoma, WA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number500108
Location1717 South J StreetTacoma, WA 98405 · Pierce County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98405 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
$130.99 typical visit price
range $57.27 – $172.80
Typical copayment $32.74 (range $14.31 – $43.20)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$100.78 typical visit price
range $18.56 – $141.11
Typical copayment $25.19 (range $4.64 – $35.27)
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.

80.17/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality76.69
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost53.49

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
31 suppliers129 claims305 services$6.37 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
17 suppliers56 claims83 services$1.13 avg. paid by Medicare
Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
13 suppliers350 claims353 services$185.44 avg. paid by Medicare
Receiver (monitor), dedicated, for use with therapeutic glucose continuous monitor system K0554
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
6 suppliers24 claims24 services$186.25 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.

General Acute Care Hospital
1717 S J ST
TACOMA, WA 98405
Pharmacist (Pharmacotherapy)
1717 S J ST, PHARMACY DEPT
TACOMA, WA 98405
Pharmacist (Pharmacotherapy)
1717 S J ST
TACOMA, WA 98405
Emergency Medicine
1717 S J ST
TACOMA, WA 98405
Pharmacist
1717 S J ST
TACOMA, WA 98405
Emergency Medicine
1717 S J ST
TACOMA, WA 98405
Pharmacist
1717 S J ST, ST. JOSEPH MEDICAL CENTER ANTICOAGULATION CLINIC
TACOMA, WA 98405
Internal Medicine
1717 S J ST, MS 01-36
TACOMA, WA 98405

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 Rani Kulkarni's NPI number?

The NPI number for Rani Kulkarni is 1932362365. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 7, 2008.

Where is Rani Kulkarni located?

Rani Kulkarni practices at 1717 S J St, Tacoma, WA 98405. The listed phone number is (253) 426-6341.

What is Rani Kulkarni's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism, with taxonomy code 207RE0101X.

Is Rani Kulkarni enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Rani Kulkarni 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 Rani Kulkarni accept?

Health plans from Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska and Providence Health Plan list Rani Kulkarni 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 Rani Kulkarni affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Rani Kulkarni is affiliated with St Joseph Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Rani Kulkarni was last updated on September 27, 2024. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.