Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Murugan Athigaman, MD
Surgery Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · Carlsbad, NM
- NPI 1588620488
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 89.3 / 100 · 2023
- 40 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2402 W Pierce St Ste 5C
Carlsbad, NM 882203567
(575) 725-5755
fax (575) 725-5753
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 9, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 1986 — 40 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- New Mexico #2002-0399
- Medicaid
- NM #6800874
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1588620488. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
621
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$75,486
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 145 | 126 | $86 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 74 | 58 | $54 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 69 | 68 | $98 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 60 | 58 | $152 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 49 | 43 | $119 | |
76937 |
Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access | 33 | 23 | $14 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 33 | 33 | $109 | |
45378 |
Diagnostic exam of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 29 | 29 | $175 | |
G0121 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual not meeting criteria for high risk | 24 | 24 | $175 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 21 | 21 | $162 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Carlsbad Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 38. This provider delivers 16× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
281
Patients
193
Total drug cost
$4,865
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gavilyte-G (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 95 | 93 | $1,749 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 57 | 16 | $370 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 41 | 11 | $1,931 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 31 | 30 | $66 |
| Peg-3350 and Electrolytes (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 31 | 28 | $547 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 15 | 15 | $48 |
| Clopidogrel (Clopidogrel Bisulfate) | Brand | 11 | 0 | $153 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Murugan Athigaman's medical specialty?
Dr. Murugan Athigaman practices Surgery Physician in Carlsbad, NM.
Where does Dr. Murugan Athigaman practice?
Dr. Murugan Athigaman practices at 2402 W Pierce St Ste 5C, Carlsbad, NM 882203567. Office phone: 5757255755.
What is Dr. Murugan Athigaman's NPI?
Dr. Murugan Athigaman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588620488, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Murugan Athigaman accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Murugan Athigaman accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Murugan Athigaman commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99212); Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43239). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.