Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Chethan Puttarajappa, MD,MS
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Neurology) · Pittsburgh, PA
- NPI 1235329202
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 77.5 / 100 · 2023
- 20 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
3459 5Th Ave, UPMC Montefiore
Pittsburgh, PA 152133236
(412) 647-5800
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 10, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2006 — 20 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Pennsylvania #MD447874
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1235329202. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
188
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$16,313
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 108 | 39 | $76 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 55 | 42 | $93 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 13 | 12 | $116 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 12 | 12 | $126 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 30 peers in this city , average services per provider: 78. This provider delivers 2.4× the peer median.Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Chethan Puttarajappa's medical specialty?
Dr. Chethan Puttarajappa practices Nephrology Physician in Pittsburgh, PA.
Where does Dr. Chethan Puttarajappa practice?
Dr. Chethan Puttarajappa practices at 3459 5Th Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 152133236. Office phone: 4126475800.
What is Dr. Chethan Puttarajappa's NPI?
Dr. Chethan Puttarajappa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235329202, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Chethan Puttarajappa accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Chethan Puttarajappa accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Chethan Puttarajappa commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.