Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Kulia Kakarala, MD

Diagnostic Radiology Physician (CMS: Diagnostic Radiology) · Lubbock, TX

  • NPI 1033420781
  • Accepts Medicare
  • 16 yrs in practice
  • Female
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
602 Indiana Ave
Lubbock, TX 794153364
(806) 775-8445

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
June 2010 — 16 yrs on file
Profile last updated
January 4, 2018
Year of graduation
2010 — 16 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
2085R0202X — NUCC code
State license (1)
Texas #Q8556

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1033420781. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
1,690
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$46,589
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
76770 Complete ultrasound scan behind abdominal cavity 212 203 $33
76700 Complete ultrasound scan of abdomen 193 187 $37
71045 X-ray of chest, 1 view 135 127 $8
76705 Limited ultrasound scan of abdomen 129 125 $27
76536 Ultrasound scan of head and neck soft tissue 108 107 $26
73562 X-ray of knee, 3 views 80 61 $9
73030 X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views 71 57 $9
71046 X-ray of chest, 2 views 54 54 $10
73630 X-ray of foot, minimum of 3 views 52 37 $8
73700 Ct scan of leg without contrast 45 39 $45

In context: peer comparison

Among 15 peers in Lubbock Diagnostic Radiology Physician, average services per provider: 66. This provider delivers 26× the peer median.

Open Payments

Industry payments received

CMS Open Payments
All-time total
$135
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
Payer (manufacturer) Industry Txns Amount
Medtronic, INC. 1 $135.11

By nature of payment

Food and Beverage
$135

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Kulia Kakarala's medical specialty?
Dr. Kulia Kakarala practices Diagnostic Radiology Physician in Lubbock, TX.
Where does Dr. Kulia Kakarala practice?
Dr. Kulia Kakarala practices at 602 Indiana Ave, Lubbock, TX 794153364. Office phone: 8067758445.
What is Dr. Kulia Kakarala's NPI?
Dr. Kulia Kakarala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1033420781, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Kulia Kakarala accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Kulia Kakarala accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Kulia Kakarala commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Complete ultrasound scan behind abdominal cavity (HCPCS 76770); Complete ultrasound scan of abdomen (HCPCS 76700); X-ray of chest, 1 view (HCPCS 71045). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.