Vinay Kutagula, MD
Hospice and Palliative Medicine
Vinay Kutagula is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine specialist based in Plano, TX with over 29 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Vinay Kutagula, MD has practiced internal medicine for 29+ years, working in group practice. With 29+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Plano area. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and heart failure (per CMS data).
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
4708 Alliance Blvd Pav 1, Suite 550, Plano, TX 75093-5340
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better60.08%
Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+55 pts)
60.08% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
114
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
52
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
253
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $10k
Percentile rankings compared against 4,889 reporting peers in Texas.
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 Heart Failure.
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 (+5%) — 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 (+51%) — 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 (+39%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+37%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+39%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — 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 (+22%) — a focus area for this doctor
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 · Apr 3, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
29 years in practice
Experienced
An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
Taxonomy: 207RH0002X
Virtual Hospice and Palliative Medicine Care With Vinay Kutagula
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Vinay Kutagula for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, heart failure monitoring — no travel to Plano 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 Vinay Kutagula
NPI records show Dr. Kutagula as active with telehealth listed in Plano, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (469) 800-6140.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Vinay Kutagula
Practice Location
4708 Alliance Blvd Pav 1, Suite 550, Plano, TX 75093-5340
Mailing Address
4708 Alliance Blvd Pav 1, Suite 550, Plano, TX 75093-5340
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