Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ralph Kunkel, MD
Cardiovascular Disease Physician (CMS: Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology)) · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Interventional Cardiology Physician · Interventional Cardiology Physician · Interventional Cardiology Physician · Klamath Falls, OR
- NPI 1629027156
- Accepts Medicare
- 51 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 3 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2614 Clover St
Klamath Falls, OR 976011132
(509) 710-1877 - Mailing address
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12208 N Via Tesoro Ave
Clovis, CA 936198386
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 29, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 1975 — 51 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RC0000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (4)
- Oregon #MD202898 · Idaho #M-4821 · Washington #M00020829 · Washington #20829
- Medicaid (4)
- OR #0011551 · WA #8490401 · ID #00037741 · ID #003774100
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1629027156. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,664
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$64,898
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 1,124 | 869 | $8 | |
93306 |
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function | 224 | 222 | $67 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 68 | 62 | $94 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 31 | 31 | $129 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 31 | 31 | $175 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 29 | 21 | $76 | |
93308 |
Ultrasound of heart, follow-up | 27 | 27 | $24 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 22 | 22 | $139 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 20 | 19 | $126 | |
93321 |
Ultrasound of heart blood flow, valves and chambers, follow-up | 17 | 17 | $7 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in this city , average services per provider: 151. This provider delivers 11× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
77
Patients
13
Total drug cost
$10,355
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 29 | 13 | $431 |
| Clopidogrel (Clopidogrel Bisulfate) | Brand | 22 | 0 | $361 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 15 | 0 | $238 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 11 | 0 | $9,325 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ralph Kunkel's medical specialty?
Dr. Ralph Kunkel practices Cardiovascular Disease Physician in Klamath Falls, OR.
Where does Dr. Ralph Kunkel practice?
Dr. Ralph Kunkel practices at 2614 Clover St, Klamath Falls, OR 976011132. Office phone: 5097101877.
What is Dr. Ralph Kunkel's NPI?
Dr. Ralph Kunkel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629027156, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ralph Kunkel accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ralph Kunkel accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ralph Kunkel commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only (HCPCS 93010); Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function (HCPCS 93306); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.