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NIRESHKUMARI VIVEKANANTHAN MD
NPI 1164699518
Hospitalist in Houston, TX

Active since May 14, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
11455 FALLBROOK DRIVE, SUITE 102, HOUSTON, TX 77065(832) 604-7044 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 25, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Nireshkumari Vivekananthan Md NPPES

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

NIRESHKUMARI VIVEKANANTHAN MD (NPI 1164699518) is an individual hospitalist provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (M8404) and active in the NPI registry since May 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Memorial City Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1990).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1164699518
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy208M00000X
Provider Legal NameNIRESHKUMARI VIVEKANANTHANCredential: MD
Location Address11455 FALLBROOK DRIVE, SUITE 102Houston, TX 77065-4238
Mailing Address909 Frostwood Dr Ste 1.100Houston, TX 77024-2301 · (713) 338-6353
Phone(832) 604-7044
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1990
Enumeration DateMay 14, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 25, 2024
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 25, 2024
✔ NPI 1164699518 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyHospitalistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208M00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · M8404
Definition
Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License M8404 (TX)
11455 FALLBROOK DRIVE, Houston, TX 77065
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Community Health Choice, Molina Healthcare and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Nireshkumari Vivekananthan 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 ID8426129859
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080612000504
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 5

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
423 services189 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
112 services110 patients
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.
58 services57 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
27 services20 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Memorial Hermann Memorial City Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450610
Location921 GessnerHouston, TX 77024 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77065 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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
2 suppliers11 claims11 services$13.78 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
2 suppliers11 claims11 services$60.94 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 Nireshkumari Vivekananthan's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nireshkumari Vivekananthan is 1164699518. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 14, 2008.

Where is Nireshkumari Vivekananthan located?

Nireshkumari Vivekananthan practices at 11455 Fallbrook Drive Suite 102, Houston, TX 77065. The listed phone number is (832) 604-7044.

What is Nireshkumari Vivekananthan's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Hospitalist with taxonomy code 208M00000X.

Is Nireshkumari Vivekananthan enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nireshkumari Vivekananthan 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 Nireshkumari Vivekananthan accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Community Health Choice, Molina Healthcare and Oscar Insurance Company list Nireshkumari Vivekananthan 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 Nireshkumari Vivekananthan affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nireshkumari Vivekananthan is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Memorial City Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nireshkumari Vivekananthan was last updated on September 25, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 22 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.