Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Vikram Tarugu, M.D
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Okeechobee, FL
- NPI 1427269018
- 30 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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201 Sw 16Th St
Okeechobee, FL 349746117
(863) 824-3447
fax (863) 824-3472
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 15, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 1996 — 30 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Florida #ME106111
- Medicaid
- FL #112076000
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1427269018. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
4,528
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$485,600
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
88305 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity | 883 | 126 | $34 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 730 | 367 | $118 | |
88313 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue including interpretation and report | 438 | 113 | $11 | |
88312 |
Special stained specimen slides to identify organisms including interpretation and report | 386 | 97 | $24 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 236 | 64 | $75 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 185 | 185 | $156 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 177 | 150 | $73 | |
88342 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure | 174 | 85 | $32 | |
43255 |
Control of bleeding of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 171 | 144 | $497 | |
43248 |
Insertion of guide wire with dilation of esophagus using a flexible endoscope | 162 | 139 | $103 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 205. This provider delivers 22× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$440
Transactions
22
Manufacturers
9
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| PFIZER INC. | 10 | $171.63 | |
| Ardelyx, Inc. | 2 | $53.78 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 2 | $46.98 | |
| Madrigal Pharmaceuticals | 1 | $42.29 | |
| GENZYME CORPORATION | 2 | $40.02 | |
| Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 2 | $36.78 | |
| Lucid Diagnostics Inc. | 1 | $19.59 | |
| Axonics, Inc. | 1 | $15.72 | |
| Gilead Sciences, Inc. | 1 | $13.41 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,078
Patients
489
Total drug cost
$468,062
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 348 | 138 | $2,500 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 129 | 67 | $2,112 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 114 | 46 | $1,233 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 99 | 53 | $70,669 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 85 | 48 | $3,854 |
| Diphenoxylate-Atropine (Diphenoxylate Hcl/Atropine) | Brand | 83 | 39 | $2,161 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | Generic | 32 | 19 | $476 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 31 | 13 | $1,223 |
| Metoclopramide Hcl | Generic | 31 | 21 | $187 |
| Rabeprazole Sodium | Generic | 28 | 17 | $715 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Vikram Tarugu's medical specialty?
Dr. Vikram Tarugu practices Gastroenterology Physician in Okeechobee, FL.
Where does Dr. Vikram Tarugu practice?
Dr. Vikram Tarugu practices at 201 Sw 16Th St, Okeechobee, FL 349746117. Office phone: 8638243447.
What is Dr. Vikram Tarugu's NPI?
Dr. Vikram Tarugu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427269018, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Vikram Tarugu accept Medicare assignment?
Dr. Vikram Tarugu does not accept Medicare assignment for all services. Patients may be billed amounts beyond Medicare-allowed charges.
What procedures does Dr. Vikram Tarugu commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity (HCPCS 88305); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue including interpretation and report (HCPCS 88313). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.