Shobana Athimulam, MBBS
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Shobana Athimulam is an Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism specialist based in Detroit, MI with over 19 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Shobana Athimulam, MBBS practices as part of a group endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism specialist practice in Detroit, MI. She has been in practice for 19+ years. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes (per CMS claims data).
Older · 2156dNPPES updated 2020-06-29 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Michigan Board of Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better44.3%
Michigan avg: 83.5 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-38.5 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
186
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
248
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
943
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $682k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,194 reporting peers in Michigan.
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 Diabetes.
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 (+3%) — 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 (+34%) — 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 (+18%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$5.0k received from industry
8 transactions reported in 2024 ·High 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 Shobana Athimulam's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Jun 28, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
19 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
Virtual Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Care With Shobana Athimulam
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Shobana Athimulam for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Detroit 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 Shobana Athimulam
NPI records show Dr. Athimulam as active with telehealth listed in Detroit, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (313) 916-9100.
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 Shobana Athimulam
Practice Location
3031 W Grand Bvld, Suite 800, Detroit, MI 48202
Mailing Address
3031 W Grand Bvld, Suite 800, Detroit, MI 48202
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