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Dr. Akther Kotha, MD
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · La Mesa, CA
- NPI 1780609503
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 27.1 / 100 · 2023
- 52 yrs in practice
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
8860 Center Dr, #400
La Mesa, CA 919423068
(619) 229-1995
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 19, 2012
- Year of graduation
- 1974 — 52 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A45440
- Medicaid
- CA #GR0099230
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1780609503. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,243
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$184,660
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 879 | 267 | $137 | |
J1030 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 739 | 140 | $7 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 198 | 142 | $190 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 120 | 91 | $90 | |
J9260 |
Methotrexate sodium, 50 mg | 73 | 14 | $2 | |
96372 |
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle | 66 | 37 | $15 | |
J3420 |
Injection, vitamin b-12 cyanocobalamin, up to 1000 mcg | 66 | 32 | $1 | |
77080 |
Dxa bone density measurement of hip, pelvis, spine | 64 | 64 | $43 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 38 | 38 | $177 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in this city , average services per provider: 201. This provider delivers 11× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$5,844
Transactions
252
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABBVIE INC. | 42 | $778.52 | |
| Amgen Inc. | 49 | $770.84 | |
| Janssen Biotech, Inc. | 26 | $608.04 | |
| UCB, Inc. | 21 | $336.42 | |
| Radius Health, Inc. | 13 | $330.30 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 22 | $324.78 | |
| Mallinckrodt Hospital Products Inc. | 13 | $291.83 | |
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 11 | $291.06 | |
| Aurinia Pharma U.S., Inc. | 11 | $244.41 | |
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 8 | $226.84 | |
| Organon Llc | 7 | $178.85 | |
| PFIZER INC. | 7 | $157.96 | |
| GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. | 9 | $152.94 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 9 | $151.60 | |
| Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, Inc. | 4 | $149.37 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
3,119
Patients
823
Total drug cost
$1,198,917
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 592 | 128 | $22,644 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 578 | 133 | $48,406 |
| Sulfasalazine | Generic | 345 | 88 | $6,525 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 293 | 90 | $3,659 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 270 | 80 | $2,577 |
| Alendronate Sodium | Generic | 260 | 83 | $4,042 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 189 | 56 | $1,496 |
| Leflunomide | Generic | 104 | 31 | $8,482 |
| Folic Acid | Generic | 85 | 29 | $374 |
| Allopurinol | Generic | 83 | 24 | $1,454 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Akther Kotha's medical specialty?
Dr. Akther Kotha practices Rheumatology Physician in La Mesa, CA.
Where does Dr. Akther Kotha practice?
Dr. Akther Kotha practices at 8860 Center Dr, La Mesa, CA 919423068. Office phone: 6192291995.
What is Dr. Akther Kotha's NPI?
Dr. Akther Kotha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780609503, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Akther Kotha accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Akther Kotha accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Akther Kotha commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg (HCPCS J1030); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.