DR. GEORGE CHOLANKERIL M.D.
NPI 1154760155
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in Houston, TX

Active since June 23, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
91.34/100
CMS Quality Rating
6620 MAIN ST STE 1350, HOUSTON, TX 77030(713) 798-2500 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 6, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: May 6, 2025, Mar 7, 2023, Nov 23, 2020 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2019).

About Dr. George Cholankeril M.d. NPPES

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

DR. GEORGE CHOLANKERIL M.D. (NPI 1154760155) is an individual gastroenterology provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (S7625) and active in the NPI registry since June 2013. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Chi St Luke's Health Baylor College Of Medicine Me, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1154760155
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RG0100X
Provider Legal NameDR. GEORGE CHOLANKERILCredential: M.D.
Location Address6620 MAIN ST STE 1350Houston, TX 77030-2342
Mailing Address2600 Gramercy St Apt 231Houston, TX 77030-3172
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2012
Enumeration DateJune 23, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateMay 6, 20255 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 6, 2025
NPI 1154760155 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · GastroenterologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RG0100X
Licenses Licensed in TX · S7625 Licensed in CA · A150020
Definition
An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to visualize internal organs.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License S7625 (TX)
6620 MAIN ST STE 1350, Houston, TX 77030

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1430 Broadway St Fl D3Redwood City, CA 94063 · Phone (650) 721-6190
Location 2825 Chalkstone AveProvidence, RI 02908-4728 · Phone (401) 456-2033

Other Identifiers 1

Other695942285CA · Driver License

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. George Cholankeril M.d. 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 ID8820416324
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200915003527
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 3

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.

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
22 services21 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
21 services21 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.
21 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Chi St Luke's Health Baylor College Of Medicine Me

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number450193
Location6720 Bertner Ave, Ste Mc1-266Houston, TX 77030 · Harris County
Emergency services

St Luke's The Woodlands Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · The Woodlands, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450862
Location17200 St Luke's WayThe Woodlands, TX 77384 · Montgomery County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77030 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
$102.71 typical visit price
range $18.60 – $143.93
Typical copayment $25.67 (range $4.65 – $35.98)
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.

91.34/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality81.64
Promoting Interoperability89.13
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 5

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

Neurological Surgery
6620 MAIN ST STE 1350
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
6620 MAIN ST STE 1350
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
6620 MAIN ST STE 1350
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Dietitian, Registered
6620 MAIN ST STE 1350
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Dietitian, Registered
6620 MAIN ST STE 1350
HOUSTON, TX 77030

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 George Cholankeril's NPI number?

The NPI number for George Cholankeril is 1154760155. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 23, 2013.

Where is George Cholankeril located?

George Cholankeril practices at 6620 Main St Ste 1350, Houston, TX 77030. The listed phone number is (713) 798-2500.

What is George Cholankeril's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Gastroenterology, with taxonomy code 207RG0100X.

Is George Cholankeril enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. George Cholankeril 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 George Cholankeril accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and 5 other insurers list George Cholankeril 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 George Cholankeril affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, George Cholankeril is affiliated with Chi St Luke's Health Baylor College Of Medicine Me and St Luke's The Woodlands Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for George Cholankeril was last updated on May 6, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 months 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.