PANKAJ MEHTA MD
NPI 1073787909
Pain Medicine - Interventional Pain Medicine in Killeen, TX

Q: What is Pankaj Mehta's NPI number?

The NPI number for Pankaj Mehta is 1073787909. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 22, 2008.

Q: What is Pankaj Mehta's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pain Medicine, specializing in Interventional Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 208VP0014X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Pankaj Mehta was last updated on March 9, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.

Active since April 22, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

66.29/100

CMS Quality Rating

3310 E CENTRAL TEXAS EXPY, BLDG B, STE 201, KILLEEN, TX 76543(855) 876-7246(855) 277-5070 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 9, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 9, 2023, May 3, 2021, Dec 4, 2018 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Pankaj Mehta Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

PANKAJ MEHTA MD (NPI 1073787909) is an individual interventional pain medicine provider in Killeen, Texas, licensed in Texas (P4678) and active in the NPI registry since April 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Adventhealth Central Texas, and is a graduate of Other (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1073787909

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208VP0014X

Provider Legal NamePANKAJ MEHTACredential: MD

Location Address3310 E CENTRAL TEXAS EXPY, BLDG B, STE 201Killeen, TX 76543

Mailing AddressPo Box 208361Dallas, TX 75320-8361 · (855) 876-7246 · Fax (855) 277-5070

Phone(855) 876-7246

Fax(855) 277-5070

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2002

Enumeration DateApril 22, 2008

Last NPPES UpdateMarch 9, 20234 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedMarch 9, 2023

✔ NPI 1073787909 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPain Medicine · Interventional Pain MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208VP0014X

License✔ Licensed in TX · P4678

Definition

Interventional Pain Medicine is the discipline of medicine devoted to the diagnosis and treatment of pain and related disorders principally with the application of interventional techniques in managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, independently or in conjunction with other modalities of treatment.

Also ListedAnesthesiology · Pain MedicineTaxonomy 207LP2900X · License P4678 (TX)

3310 E CENTRAL TEXAS EXPY, Killeen, TX 76543

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Other Identifiers 1

OtherP4678TX · Texas Medical License

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Pankaj Mehta Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID1759539125

PECOS Enrollment IDI20130611000302

Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 25

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Injection of anesthetic or steroid into joint between lower spine and hip bone using imaging guidance 27096

This procedure involves injecting medicine into the joint where your lower spine meets your hip bone. Using special imaging technology, the doctor ensures the medicine is delivered accurately. This can help reduce pain and inflammation in that area.

83 services54 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

80 services58 patients

Insertion of spinal neurostimulator electrode array through skin 63650

This procedure involves placing a small device, called a neurostimulator electrode array, under your skin near your spine. It delivers mild electrical signals to your spinal cord, helping to manage chronic pain.

78 services25 patients

Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint 64635

This procedure involves using imaging guidance to accurately target and destroy nerves in the lower or sacral spinal facet joint. It's done to relieve chronic back pain. The process is safe and usually effective.

72 services41 patients

Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, each additional facet joint 64636

This procedure involves using imaging technology to locate and treat nerves in your lower spine or sacral area that may be causing pain. Each additional facet joint refers to treating more than one spinal nerve. It's a non-invasive way to manage chronic back pain.

72 services41 patients

Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level 64493

This procedure involves injecting medication into the facet joint in your lower back or sacral spine. It's done under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The aim is to alleviate pain and inflammation. It's a safe, often effective method for managing spinal discomfort.

53 services38 patients

Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level 64483

This procedure involves injecting a mix of numbing and anti-inflammatory medication into a specific nerve root in the lower back. It helps manage pain and reduce inflammation. The process is guided by imaging technology for precision.

48 services45 patients

Destruction of upper or middle spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint 64633

This procedure involves the use of imaging technology to guide a needle to the nerves of a single facet joint in the upper or middle spine. The nerves are then treated to alleviate pain and improve mobility.

45 services26 patients

Destruction of upper or middle spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, each additional facet joint 64634

This procedure involves the use of imaging technology to accurately target and destroy nerves in the upper or middle spinal facet joints, which may be causing pain. Each additional facet joint treated follows the same process.

45 services26 patients

Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level 64494

This procedure involves injecting medication into the facet joints of your lower or sacral spine to manage pain. Imaging guidance ensures accurate placement. It's the second level, meaning it's done on two different joint levels.

42 services28 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

42 services38 patients

Fusion of spine in lower back 22612

Fusion of the spine in the lower back, also known as lumbar spinal fusion, is a surgery aimed to join, or fuse, two or more vertebrae in your lower back. This procedure can help alleviate pain and improve stability by reducing movement between the vertebrae.

35 services32 patients

Placement of stabilizing device to back of 1 spine bone in neck 22840

This procedure involves positioning a stabilizing device onto a single spinal bone in the neck. The goal is to provide support and prevent movement that could cause discomfort or further injury. It's performed by trained specialists under anesthesia.

35 services32 patients

Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610

This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.

34 services24 patients

Insertion or replacement of spinal neurostimulator generator or receiver 63685

The insertion of a spinal neurostimulator generator or receiver is a procedure to manage chronic pain. A small device is implanted under your skin, which sends mild electrical signals to your spinal cord. These signals disrupt pain signals, helping to reduce discomfort.

32 services32 patients

Fusion of pelvic joint using imaging guidance 27279

This procedure involves joining or "fusing" the pelvic joint to alleviate pain or stabilize the area. It's performed under imaging guidance, which helps the doctor visualize the area and ensure precise placement of medical tools. This can improve recovery and outcome.

30 services25 patients

Partial removal of spine bone with release of lower spinal cord or nerves and/or removal of disc 63030

This procedure involves partially removing a spine bone, which may help to alleviate pressure on the lower spinal cord or nerves. It can also include disc removal. This can reduce pain and improve mobility. It's a common treatment for certain back conditions.

25 services23 patients

Fluoroscopic guidance for spine or back muscle injection 77003

Fluoroscopic guidance for spine or back muscle injection is a procedure where a special X-ray technology, called fluoroscopy, is used to help accurately place the needle for an injection in the spine or back muscles. This ensures precise delivery of medication to the targeted area.

25 services21 patients

Injection of trigger points, 1-2 muscles 20552

Trigger point injection is a procedure used to treat painful areas of muscle that contain trigger points, or knots of muscle that form when muscles do not relax. 1-2 muscles are typically treated in one session. The procedure involves injecting medications into these points to alleviate pain.

22 services19 patients

Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, each additional level 64484

This procedure involves injecting an anesthetic or steroid drug into the sacral spine nerve root. It's done under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The process can be repeated for each additional level of the spine to help manage pain or inflammation.

22 services21 patients

Injection of anesthetic agent into middle or lower spine sympathetic nerve 64520

This procedure involves injecting an anesthetic agent into the middle or lower spine's sympathetic nerves. It's done to block nerve signals, reducing pain or discomfort in the lower part of the body. It's performed under professional supervision.

21 services18 patients

Injection of upper or middle spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level 64490

This procedure involves injecting medication into a joint in your upper or middle spine. It's performed under imaging guidance for precision. The aim is to reduce inflammation and pain. It's a single-level process, meaning one joint is treated at a time.

20 services11 patients

Injection of upper or middle spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level 64491

This procedure involves injecting medication into the upper or middle spine facet joint, a small joint in your back. This is done under imaging guidance for precision. It's a second-level procedure, meaning it's done on two separate joints. It can help reduce pain and inflammation.

20 services11 patients

Injection of substance into middle or upper spine canal using imaging guidance 62321

This procedure involves injecting a substance into your middle or upper spine canal. It's performed under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The substance can help diagnose or treat various conditions, providing relief from symptoms.

17 services14 patients

Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement 77002

Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement is a medical procedure that uses a special X-ray technology to help accurately place a needle in the body. It's often used in biopsies, injections or other treatments to ensure precision and safety.

14 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Adventhealth Central Texas

Acute Care Hospitals · Killeen, TX

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number450152

Location2201 S Clear Creek RoadKilleen, TX 76542 · Bell County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Seton Medical Center Harker Heights

Acute Care Hospitals · Harker Heights, TX

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number670080

Location850 W Central Texas ExpresswayHarker Heights, TX 76548 · Bell County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 76543 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient

$126.40 typical visit price

range $54.84 – $166.88

Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$97.05 typical visit price

range $17.52 – $136.11

Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)

Most-billed visit code 99214

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

66.29/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

63.65

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

23.97

Reported Quality Measures

Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report

Percentage of patients with referrals, regardless of age, for which the referring provider receives a report from the provider to whom the patient was referred

100%22 patients5/55-star benchmark: 95%

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record

Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.

86%299 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%

e-Prescribing

At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.

61%183 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%

Medication Reconciliation

The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.

78%232 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%

Patient-Specific Education

The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.

82%316 patients4/55-star benchmark: 99%

Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan

Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…

6%268 patients1/55-star benchmark: 97%

Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for Depression and Follow-Up Plan

Percentage of patients aged 12 years and older screened for depression on the date of the encounter using an age appropriate standardized depression screening tool AND if positive, a follow-up plan is documented on the date of the positive screen

23%265 patients1/55-star benchmark: 96%

Provide Patient Access

At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…

7%316 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%

Secure Messaging

For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…

3%316 patients1/55-star benchmark: 59%

Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly

Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication.

Lower rates are better for this measure.

Patients 2+: 0% · 61 patients

0%61 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Electrical stimulator supplies, 2 lead, per month, (e.g., tens, nmes) A4595

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

1 supplier31 claims62 services$11.20 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Pankaj Mehta's NPI number?

The NPI number for Pankaj Mehta is 1073787909. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 22, 2008.

Where is Pankaj Mehta located?

Pankaj Mehta practices at 3310 E Central Texas Expy Bldg B, Ste 201, Killeen, TX 76543. The listed phone number is (855) 876-7246.

What is Pankaj Mehta's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pain Medicine, specializing in Interventional Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 208VP0014X.

Is Pankaj Mehta enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Pankaj Mehta is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Pankaj Mehta accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Ambetter of Oklahoma and 2 other insurers list Pankaj Mehta as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Pankaj Mehta affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Pankaj Mehta is affiliated with Adventhealth Central Texas and Seton Medical Center Harker Heights.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Pankaj Mehta was last updated on March 9, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.