NEELAKANTA DINAKAR SUKKA
NPI 1962756924
Internal Medicine in Kinston, NC

Active since October 30, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
98.33/100
CMS Quality Rating
100 AIRPORT RD, KINSTON, NC 28501(919) 518-4938 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 12, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Neelakanta Dinakar Sukka NPPES

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

NEELAKANTA DINAKAR SUKKA (NPI 1962756924) is an individual internal medicine provider in Kinston, North Carolina, licensed in Illinois (125061676) and active in the NPI registry since October 2012. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ecu Health Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1962756924
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameNEELAKANTA DINAKAR SUKKA
Location Address100 AIRPORT RDKinston, NC 28501-1604
Mailing Address100 Airport RdKinston, NC 28501-1604 · (919) 518-4938
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2008
Enumeration DateOctober 30, 2012
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 12, 2022
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 12, 2022
NPI 1962756924 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in IL · 125061676
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.
100 AIRPORT RD, Kinston, NC 28501

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

Neelakanta Dinakar Sukka 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 ID4486963337
PECOS Enrollment IDI20151016000491
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 5

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.
460 services196 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.
272 services117 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.
190 services187 patients
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497
Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.
106 services105 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.
28 services28 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Ecu Health Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Greenville, NC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number340040
Location2100 Stantonsburg RdGreenville, NC 27834 · Pitt County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28501 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
$125.01 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $31.25 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.94 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $23.98 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
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.

98.33/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality82.93
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

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
2 suppliers44 claims44 services$113.43 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; home compressor used to fill portable oxygen cylinders; includes portable containers, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing K0738
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
1 supplier41 claims41 services$37.23 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.

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
100 AIRPORT RD
KINSTON, NC 28501
Internal Medicine
100 AIRPORT RD
KINSTON, NC 28501
Physician Assistant
100 AIRPORT RD
KINSTON, NC 28501
Internal Medicine
100 AIRPORT RD, LENOIR MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
KINSTON, NC 28501
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
100 AIRPORT RD
KINSTON, NC 28501
Nurse Practitioner
100 AIRPORT RD
KINSTON, NC 28501
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
100 AIRPORT RD
KINSTON, NC 28501
Physical Therapist
100 AIRPORT RD
KINSTON, NC 28501

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 Neelakanta Sukka's NPI number?

The NPI number for Neelakanta Sukka is 1962756924. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 30, 2012.

Where is Neelakanta Sukka located?

Neelakanta Sukka practices at 100 Airport Rd, Kinston, NC 28501. The listed phone number is (919) 518-4938.

What is Neelakanta Sukka's specialty?

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

Is Neelakanta Sukka enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Neelakanta Sukka 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 Neelakanta Sukka accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC list Neelakanta Sukka 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 Neelakanta Sukka affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Neelakanta Sukka is affiliated with Ecu Health Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Neelakanta Sukka was last updated on January 12, 2022. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.