Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Rameshkumar Athippalayam Chellamuthu, M.D
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Gadsden, AL
- NPI 1629264510
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 26 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 6 locations .
- Primary practice
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1026 Goodyear Ave Ste 302B
Gadsden, AL 359031194
(256) 485-0899
fax (866) 265-9563 - Additional location
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2001 Cades Ave Sw
Fort Payne, AL 359683554 - Additional location
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2055 E South Blvd Ste 708
Montgomery, AL 361162014
(334) 457-7212 - Additional location
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2525 US Highway 431 Ste 270
Boaz, AL 359575934 - Additional location
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70 Plaza Dr
Pell City, AL 351259314 - Additional location
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7938 Al Highway 69 Ste 360
Guntersville, AL 359767177
Show 3 more locations
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 2, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2000 — 26 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #32348
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1629264510. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
4,425
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$356,155
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99490 |
Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month | 2,653 | 448 | $55 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 505 | 393 | $111 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 418 | 187 | $106 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 360 | 178 | $71 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 161 | 141 | $155 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 80 | 42 | $191 | |
G0506 |
Comprehensive assessment of and care planning for patients requiring chronic care management services (list separately in addition to primary monthly care management service) | 70 | 70 | $54 | |
90960 |
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 61 | 34 | $314 | |
99496 |
Transitional care management services for problem of high complexity | 41 | 41 | $242 | |
99491 |
Chronic care management services for two or more chronic conditions, first 30 minutes provided personally by health care professional, per calendar month | 26 | 25 | $75 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in this city , average services per provider: 255. This provider delivers 17× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$16
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 1 | $15.78 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
105
Patients
28
Total drug cost
$9,445
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium Acetate | Generic | 36 | 16 | $3,356 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | Generic | 26 | 12 | $5,729 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 22 | 0 | $179 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 21 | 0 | $181 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Rameshkumar Athippalayam Chellamuthu's medical specialty?
Dr. Rameshkumar Athippalayam Chellamuthu practices Nephrology Physician in Gadsden, AL.
Where does Dr. Rameshkumar Athippalayam Chellamuthu practice?
Dr. Rameshkumar Athippalayam Chellamuthu practices at 1026 Goodyear Ave Ste 302B, Gadsden, AL 359031194. Office phone: 2564850899.
What is Dr. Rameshkumar Athippalayam Chellamuthu's NPI?
Dr. Rameshkumar Athippalayam Chellamuthu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629264510, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Rameshkumar Athippalayam Chellamuthu accept Medicare assignment?
Dr. Rameshkumar Athippalayam Chellamuthu does not accept Medicare assignment for all services. Patients may be billed amounts beyond Medicare-allowed charges.
What procedures does Dr. Rameshkumar Athippalayam Chellamuthu commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Chronic care management services (HCPCS 99490); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.