Arun Gowdamarajan, M.D.
Arun Gowdamarajan is a Colon & Rectal Surgery specialist based in Indianapolis, IN with over 32 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Arun Gowdamarajan, M.D. has practiced colon & rectal surgery for 32+ years, working in group practice. Trained at University of Missouri, Columbia School of Medicine (class of 1994), he has been practicing for over 32 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 45% of reporting doctors in Indiana
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1810dNPPES updated 2021-06-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Indiana Medical Licensing Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
7430 N Shadeland Ave #200, Indianapolis, IN 46250
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better11.02%
Indiana avg: 5.8 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+5.9 pts)
11.02% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better86.9%
Indiana avg: 83.4 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+4.1 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in IndianaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
225
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
212
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
472
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $130k
Percentile rankings compared against 557 reporting peers in Indiana.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.2k received from industry
54 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Arun Gowdamarajan's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1994
University of Missouri, Columbia School of Medicine
Board certified · Jun 7, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
32 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A colon and rectal surgeon is trained to diagnose and treat various diseases of the intestinal tract, colon, rectum, anal canal and perianal area by medical and surgical means. This specialist also deals with other organs and tissues (such as the liver, urinary and female reproductive system) involved with primary intestinal disease.
Taxonomy: 208C00000X
Education & Training
University of Missouri, Columbia School of Medicine (Class of 1994)
Mailing address
6626 E 75th St Ste 500, Indianapolis, IN 46250-2890
Differs from practice location
Virtual Colon & Rectal Surgery Care With Arun Gowdamarajan
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Arun Gowdamarajan for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Indianapolis required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Arun Gowdamarajan
NPI records show Dr. Gowdamarajan as active with telehealth listed in Indianapolis, IN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (317) 621-0668.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Arun Gowdamarajan
Practice Location
7430 N Shadeland Ave #200, Indianapolis, IN 46250
Mailing Address
6626 E 75th St Ste 500, Indianapolis, IN 46250-2890
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