Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Raghunath Kuchakulla, M.D.
Anesthesiology Physician (CMS: Anesthesiology) · Bakersfield, CA
- NPI 1780720151
- Accepts Medicare
- 34 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1700 Mount Vernon Ave
Bakersfield, CA 933064018
(661) 326-2128
fax (661) 326-2129 - Mailing address
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Po Box 1843
Bakersfield, CA 933031843
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 10, 2010
- Year of graduation
- 1992 — 34 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207L00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A100558
- Medicaid
- CA #PENDING
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1780720151. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,161
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$119,952
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99152 |
Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes | 360 | 173 | $12 | |
64483 |
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level | 268 | 145 | $159 | |
64493 |
Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level | 133 | 89 | $129 | |
64494 |
Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level | 131 | 88 | $72 | |
64635 |
Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint | 58 | 55 | $275 | |
64636 |
Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, each additional facet joint | 53 | 50 | $84 | |
62321 |
Injection of substance into middle or upper spine canal using imaging guidance | 34 | 27 | $102 | |
64490 |
Injection of upper or middle spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level | 25 | 18 | $145 | |
64491 |
Injection of upper or middle spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level | 23 | 18 | $82 | |
00840 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on lower abdomen | 21 | 21 | $247 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 12 peers in Bakersfield Anesthesiology Physician, average services per provider: 35. This provider delivers 33× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$26
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 1 | $26.03 |
By nature of payment
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Raghunath Kuchakulla's medical specialty?
Dr. Raghunath Kuchakulla practices Anesthesiology Physician in Bakersfield, CA.
Where does Dr. Raghunath Kuchakulla practice?
Dr. Raghunath Kuchakulla practices at 1700 Mount Vernon Ave, Bakersfield, CA 933064018. Office phone: 6613262128.
What is Dr. Raghunath Kuchakulla's NPI?
Dr. Raghunath Kuchakulla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780720151, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Raghunath Kuchakulla accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Raghunath Kuchakulla accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Raghunath Kuchakulla commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older) (HCPCS 99152); Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level (HCPCS 64483); Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level (HCPCS 64493). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.