AMITABH BHANDARI
NPI 1174757579
Anesthesiology in San Antonio, TX

Q: What is Amitabh Bhandari's NPI number?

The NPI number for Amitabh Bhandari is 1174757579. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 13, 2009.

Q: What is Amitabh Bhandari's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Amitabh Bhandari was last updated on January 30, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.

Active since May 13, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

4204 GARDENDALE ST, SUITE 308, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229(210) 787-2351 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 30, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 30, 2026, Jun 14, 2024 (2 updates tracked since 2024).

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About Amitabh Bhandari NPPES

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

AMITABH BHANDARI (NPI 1174757579) is an individual anesthesiology provider in San Antonio, Texas, licensed in Texas (Q5350) and active in the NPI registry since May 2009. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with South Texas Spine And Surgical Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2009).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1174757579

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207L00000X

Provider Legal NameAMITABH BHANDARI

Location Address4204 GARDENDALE ST, SUITE 308San Antonio, TX 78229-3132

Mailing Address4204 Gardendale St, Suite 308San Antonio, TX 78229-3132

Phone(210) 787-2351

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2009

Enumeration DateMay 13, 2009

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 30, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJanuary 30, 2026

✔ NPI 1174757579 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207L00000X

License✔ Licensed in TX · Q5350

Definition

An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.

4204 GARDENDALE ST, San Antonio, TX 78229

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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, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Amitabh Bhandari 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 ID1759517105

PECOS Enrollment IDI20160502000521

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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

Medicare enrollment records show Amitabh Bhandari reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

South Texas Anesthesia Group PLLC

Same address

Anesthesiology

4204 GARDENDALE ST, SUITE 308
San Antonio, TX 78229

Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
23 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1427435387 (210) 614-0180

Tejas Anesthesia PLLC

8.1 mi

Anesthesiology

18518 HARDY OAK BLVD STE 100
San Antonio, TX 78258

Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
226 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1659027910 (210) 880-9897

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 4

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.

Anesthesia for extensive surgery on spine 00670

Anesthesia for extensive spine surgery involves medication to block pain and make you unconscious during the procedure. It ensures comfort and prevents movement. Two types may be used: general (you sleep) or regional (numbs a large area). The choice depends on the surgery specifics and your health.

38 services38 patients

Anesthesia for nerve block and injection procedure, prone position 01992

Anesthesia for nerve block and injection is a procedure to numb specific areas, reducing pain. You'll be positioned face-down (prone) for optimal access to the treatment area. The anesthetic is injected near the nerve, blocking pain signals to the brain.

15 services13 patients

Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement 01402

Anesthesia for a total knee joint replacement numbs your body to eliminate pain during surgery. This could be general anesthesia where you're unconscious, or regional anesthesia where only the leg is numb. It's administered by a specialist, ensuring safety and comfort.

14 services13 patients

Anesthesia for lens surgery 00142

Anesthesia for lens surgery involves administering medication to numb the eye area, ensuring you feel no pain during the procedure. This can be a local anesthetic (numbing only the eye area) or general (where you're asleep). It helps make the surgery comfortable and stress-free.

13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

South Texas Spine And Surgical Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · San Antonio, TX

OwnershipPhysician

CMS Certification Number450856

Location18600 North Hardy Oak BlvdSan Antonio, TX 78258 · Bexar County

Emergency services

Legent Orthopedic + Spine

Acute Care Hospitals · San Antonio, TX

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number670112

Location5330 North Loop 1604 WestSan Antonio, TX 78249 · Bexar County

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 17

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

MARY C WATERMAN NP

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

4204 GARDENDALE ST, STE 312
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229

Bexar County (210) 293-6006

CLAUDETTE L'ARMEE M.A., C.C.C.

Speech-Language Pathologist

4204 GARDENDALE ST, STE 206
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229

Bexar County (210) 615-8484

JOHN G. DIMLER

Counselor (Professional)

4204 GARDENDALE ST, SUITE 203
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229

Bexar County (210) 614-8452

MR. JOHN G DIMLER LPC, LCSW

Social Worker

4204 GARDENDALE ST, STE 203
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229

Bexar County (210) 614-8452

DEVOUT HOME HEALTH, INC.

Home Health

4204 GARDENDALE ST, STE 212
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229

Bexar County (210) 549-2986

DR. SEBRINA D PERKINS MD

Pediatrics (Pediatric Emergency Medicine)

4204 GARDENDALE ST, STE 312
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229

Bexar County (210) 614-0180

MRS. RENNY SAMUEL-WORSHAM M.S.,R.D.,L.D.

Dietitian, Registered (Nutrition, Renal)

4204 GARDENDALE ST, STE 106
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229

Bexar County (210) 325-0147

GREATER SAN ANTONIO EMERGENCY PHYSICIANS, PA

Emergency Medicine

4204 GARDENDALE ST, SUITE 312
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229

Bexar County (210) 293-6006

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 Amitabh Bhandari's NPI number?

The NPI number for Amitabh Bhandari is 1174757579. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 13, 2009.

Where is Amitabh Bhandari located?

Amitabh Bhandari practices at 4204 Gardendale St Suite 308, San Antonio, TX 78229. The listed phone number is (210) 787-2351.

What is Amitabh Bhandari's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Amitabh Bhandari enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Amitabh Bhandari 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Amitabh Bhandari's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Amitabh Bhandari reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: South Texas Anesthesia Group PLLC (San Antonio, TX) and Tejas Anesthesia PLLC (San Antonio, TX). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Amitabh Bhandari's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Amitabh Bhandari 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 3 other insurers list Amitabh Bhandari 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 Amitabh Bhandari affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Amitabh Bhandari is affiliated with South Texas Spine And Surgical Hospital and Legent Orthopedic + Spine.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Amitabh Bhandari was last updated on January 30, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.