Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Murali Chakinala, MD
Pulmonary Disease Physician (CMS: Pulmonary Disease) · Saint Louis, MO
- NPI 1407872724
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 79.3 / 100 · 2023
- 32 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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4921 Parkview Pl, Div Im Pulmonary and Ccm, 8Th Fl
Saint Louis, MO 631101032
(314) 454-8917
fax (314) 454-5571 - Mailing address
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Po Box 7412011
Chicago, IL 606742011
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 15, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1994 — 32 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RP1001X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Missouri #2000151546
- Medicaid
- MO #205699101
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1407872724. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,481
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$128,809
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
94010 |
Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume | 574 | 500 | $25 | |
94618 |
Test for exercise-induced lung stress | 314 | 303 | $32 | |
94729 |
Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases | 244 | 243 | $50 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 244 | 152 | $125 | |
94726 |
Test to determine lung volumes using sensors | 214 | 213 | $48 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 183 | 76 | $78 | |
94060 |
Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume changes before and after medication administration | 135 | 135 | $35 | |
36600 |
Artery puncture collection of blood sample | 122 | 117 | $27 | |
82375 |
Carboxyhemoglobin (protein) level | 111 | 108 | $12 | |
82805 |
Blood gases measurement, with o2 saturation | 83 | 80 | $76 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 40 peers in this city , average services per provider: 94. This provider delivers 26× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$51,406
Transactions
63
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 27 | $21,552.84 | |
| Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, Inc. | 10 | $13,860.91 | |
| United Therapeutics Corporation | 17 | $10,343.80 | |
| Janssen Scientific Affairs, LLC | 1 | $5,375.00 | |
| Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc. | 6 | $215.49 | |
| Sandoz Inc. | 2 | $58.01 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
3,911
Patients
605
Total drug cost
$19,083,480
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Opsumit (Macitentan) | Brand | 595 | 65 | $7,671,601 |
| Ambrisentan | Generic | 500 | 50 | $2,220,968 |
| Tadalafil | Generic | 479 | 57 | $592,252 |
| Spironolactone | Generic | 408 | 94 | $5,646 |
| Adempas (Riociguat) | Brand | 353 | 36 | $4,935,126 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 352 | 84 | $3,390 |
| Sildenafil Citrate | Generic | 333 | 62 | $95,154 |
| Potassium Chloride | Generic | 213 | 50 | $11,193 |
| Bumetanide | Generic | 142 | 33 | $11,700 |
| Trelegy Ellipta (Fluticasone/Umeclidin/Vilanter) | Brand | 106 | 16 | $77,758 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Murali Chakinala's medical specialty?
Dr. Murali Chakinala practices Pulmonary Disease Physician in Saint Louis, MO.
Where does Dr. Murali Chakinala practice?
Dr. Murali Chakinala practices at 4921 Parkview Pl, Saint Louis, MO 631101032. Office phone: 3144548917.
What is Dr. Murali Chakinala's NPI?
Dr. Murali Chakinala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1407872724, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Murali Chakinala accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Murali Chakinala accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Murali Chakinala commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume (HCPCS 94010); Test for exercise-induced lung stress (HCPCS 94618); Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases (HCPCS 94729). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.