Hima Bindu Darapu, M.D.
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Hima Bindu Darapu is an Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism specialist based in Winston Salem, NC with over 15 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Hima Bindu Darapu, M.D. specializes in internal medicine, serving patients in Winston Salem, NC in group practice. With 15+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the Winston Salem area. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and diabetes (per CMS data).
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How Does This Doctor Compare?
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better39%
North Carolina avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-43.8 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
186
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
267
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,952
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.32M
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Diabetes.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+21%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — 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%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ 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 (-3%) — 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.
Board certified · Nov 17, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
15 years in practice
Experienced
Endocrinologists treat hormonal and metabolic disorders including diabetes (type 1 and 2), thyroid disease, osteoporosis, adrenal disorders, pituitary conditions, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
Taxonomy: 207RE0101X
Mailing address
Kirklin Clinic, 4th Floor 2000 6th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35233
Differs from practice location
Virtual Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Care With Hima Bindu Darapu
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Hima Bindu Darapu for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Winston Salem 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 Hima Bindu Darapu
NPI records show Dr. Darapu as active with telehealth listed in Winston Salem, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (336) 716-2255.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Hima Bindu Darapu
Practice Location
4610 Country Club Rd, Winston Salem, NC 27104-3520
Mailing Address
Kirklin Clinic, 4th Floor 2000 6th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35233
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