Gowthami Arepally, MD
Gowthami Arepally is a Hematology Internal Medicine specialist based in Durham, NC with over 37 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Gowthami Arepally, MD has practiced internal medicine for 37+ years, working in group practice. A Vanderbilt University School of Medicine graduate since 1989, he brings 37+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and kidney disease.
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
Duke University Medical Ctr Box 3486, Durham, NC 27710-0001
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better51.1%
North Carolina avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-31.7 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
156
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
112
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
501
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $364k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,349 reporting peers in North Carolina.
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 Chronic Kidney Disease.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+24%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — 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
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1989
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
37 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Hematologists specialize in blood disorders including anemia, clotting disorders, hemophilia, sickle cell disease, lymphoma, leukemia, and other blood cancers. They manage anticoagulation therapy and blood transfusions.
Taxonomy: 207RH0000X
Education & Training
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine (Class of 1989)
Mailing address
Duke University Medical Ctr Dumc 3486, Durham, NC 27710-0001
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Gowthami Arepally
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Gowthami Arepally for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, kidney care follow-ups — no travel to Durham 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 Gowthami Arepally
Dr. Arepally is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Durham, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (919) 620-4467.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Gowthami Arepally
Practice Location
Duke University Medical Ctr Box 3486, Durham, NC 27710-0001
Mailing Address
Duke University Medical Ctr Dumc 3486, Durham, NC 27710-0001
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