DR. USHA R PINNINTI MD
NPI 1134323892
Ophthalmology in Houston, TX

Active since June 14, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
83.66/100
CMS Quality Rating
3100 WESLAYAN ST STE 400, HOUSTON, TX 77027(713) 526-1600(713) 526-0679 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 7, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 7, 2022, Feb 27, 2017, Jun 23, 2016 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Usha R Pinninti Md NPPES

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

DR. USHA R PINNINTI MD (NPI 1134323892) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (N6964) and active in the NPI registry since June 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Houston, and is a graduate of Other (2003).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1134323892
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. USHA R PINNINTICredential: MD
Location Address3100 WESLAYAN ST STE 400Houston, TX 77027-5752
Mailing Address4849 Calhoun Rd, Suite 100Houston, TX 77004 · (202) 321-0198 · Fax (830) 212-6084
Fax(713) 526-0679
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2003
Enumeration DateJune 14, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJune 7, 20224 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 7, 2022
NPI 1134323892 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License Licensed in TX · N6964
Definition
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
3100 WESLAYAN ST STE 400, Houston, TX 77027

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 14849 Calhoun Rd, #100HOUSTON, TX 77004 · Phone (202) 321-0198 · Fax (830) 212-6084

Accepted 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

Dr. Usha R Pinninti 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 ID4284727165
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240702000045
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 10

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, faricimab-svoa, 0.1 mg J2777
Faricimab-svoa is a medication given through an injection into the eye to treat certain eye conditions. The 0.1 mg dosage helps control disease progression, improving vision and eye health. The procedure is done by a healthcare professional.
1,620 services13 patients
Imaging of retina 92134
Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.
334 services178 patients
Established patient complete exam of visual system 92014
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
234 services162 patients
Injection of drug into eye 67028
An injection into the eye is a procedure where a medication is delivered directly into your eye to treat various conditions. A local anesthetic is applied to numb the eye, ensuring minimal discomfort. The drug helps manage diseases like macular degeneration or diabetic retinopathy.
122 services53 patients
Compounded drug, not otherwise classified J7999
A compounded drug is a personalized medication created to meet unique patient needs. If you can't take standard drugs due to allergies or need a specific dosage not commercially available, a pharmacist can mix ingredients to make a drug specifically for you.
70 services33 patients
Injection, aflibercept, 1 mg J0178
Aflibercept injection is a treatment for certain eye conditions that affect vision. It works by blocking abnormal blood vessel growth and leakage in the eye, which can cause vision loss. The medication is administered directly into the eye by a healthcare professional.
50 services13 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77027 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
$134.06 typical visit price
range $58.24 – $176.98
Typical copayment $33.51 (range $14.56 – $44.24)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$72.62 typical visit price
range $18.60 – $143.93
Typical copayment $18.15 (range $4.65 – $35.98)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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.

83.66/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality90.45
Improvement Activities40
Cost63.05

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 15

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Optometrist
3100 WESLAYAN ST STE 400
HOUSTON, TX 77027
Optometrist
3100 WESLAYAN ST STE 400
HOUSTON, TX 77027
Optometrist
3100 WESLAYAN ST STE 400
HOUSTON, TX 77027
Optometrist
3100 WESLAYAN ST STE 400
HOUSTON, TX 77027
Ophthalmology
3100 WESLAYAN ST STE 400
HOUSTON, TX 77027
Ophthalmology
3100 WESLAYAN ST STE 400
HOUSTON, TX 77027
Ophthalmology
3100 WESLAYAN ST STE 400
HOUSTON, TX 77027
Optometrist
3100 WESLAYAN ST STE 400
HOUSTON, TX 77027

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 Usha Pinninti's NPI number?

The NPI number for Usha Pinninti is 1134323892. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 14, 2007.

Where is Usha Pinninti located?

Usha Pinninti practices at 3100 Weslayan St Ste 400, Houston, TX 77027. The listed phone number is (713) 526-1600.

What is Usha Pinninti's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is Usha Pinninti enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Usha Pinninti 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 Usha Pinninti accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska and Providence Health Plan list Usha Pinninti 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Usha Pinninti was last updated on June 7, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.