Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Venugopal Govindappa, MD
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Florence, SC
- NPI 1316983729
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 15.6 / 100 · 2023
- 27 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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255 Warley St
Florence, SC 295014444
(843) 669-6694
fax (843) 669-2500
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 17, 2012
- Year of graduation
- 1999 — 27 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- South Carolina #31495
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1316983729. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
7,933
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$852,544
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 2,965 | 520 | $75 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 1,163 | 503 | $97 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 673 | 108 | $202 | |
81002 |
Urinalysis, manual test | 634 | 303 | $3 | |
90935 |
Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation | 544 | 161 | $67 | |
90960 |
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 404 | 59 | $340 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 385 | 111 | $113 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 221 | 204 | $123 | |
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 217 | 27 | $47 | |
99239 |
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes | 162 | 154 | $108 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in this city , average services per provider: 383. This provider delivers 21× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$226
Transactions
9
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amgen Inc. | 8 | $222.60 | |
| Travere Therapeutics, Inc. | 1 | $3.08 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,809
Patients
859
Total drug cost
$474,331
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 373 | 109 | $1,900 |
| Farxiga (Dapagliflozin Propanediol) | Brand | 368 | 90 | $282,934 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 296 | 119 | $1,302 |
| Calcitriol | Generic | 226 | 57 | $3,673 |
| Torsemide | Generic | 208 | 57 | $4,166 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 187 | 59 | $1,390 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 181 | 65 | $2,017 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | Generic | 170 | 36 | $83,932 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | Generic | 143 | 58 | $2,086 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 128 | 43 | $913 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Venugopal Govindappa's medical specialty?
Dr. Venugopal Govindappa practices Nephrology Physician in Florence, SC.
Where does Dr. Venugopal Govindappa practice?
Dr. Venugopal Govindappa practices at 255 Warley St, Florence, SC 295014444. Office phone: 8436696694.
What is Dr. Venugopal Govindappa's NPI?
Dr. Venugopal Govindappa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316983729, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Venugopal Govindappa accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Venugopal Govindappa accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Venugopal Govindappa 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); Critical care (HCPCS 99291). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.