DR. THRIVENI RAMKUMAR VELLORE M.D.
NPI 1225003270
Family Medicine in Houston, TX

Active since February 22, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
11452 SPACE CENTER BLVD, HOUSTON, TX 77059(713) 486-6200(713) 486-6294 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 29, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 29, 2024, Dec 21, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Thriveni Ramkumar Vellore M.d. NPPES

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

DR. THRIVENI RAMKUMAR VELLORE M.D. (NPI 1225003270) is an individual family medicine provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (P5311) and active in the NPI registry since February 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Hospital System, and is a graduate of Other (1992).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1225003270
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. THRIVENI RAMKUMAR VELLORECredential: M.D.
Location Address11452 SPACE CENTER BLVDHouston, TX 77059-3599
Mailing Address11452 Space Center BlvdHouston, TX 77059-3599 · (713) 486-6200 · Fax (713) 486-6294
Fax(713) 486-6294
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1992
Enumeration DateFebruary 22, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 29, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 29, 2024
NPI 1225003270 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
Licenses Licensed in TX · P5311 Licensed in PA · MD420822
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
11452 SPACE CENTER BLVD, Houston, TX 77059

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. Thriveni Ramkumar Vellore 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 ID1052388436
PECOS Enrollment IDI20130724000506
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 9

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.

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.
215 services149 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.
42 services41 patients
Automated urinalysis test 81003
An automated urinalysis test is a routine examination that checks your urine for various substances. It can help identify potential health issues such as kidney problems or diabetes. The test uses a machine to analyze a small urine sample, providing quick and accurate results.
34 services32 patients
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372
This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.
21 services21 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.
19 services19 patients
Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for streptococcus, group a (strep) 87880
A detection test by immunoassay for Group A Strep is a quick procedure to identify a bacterial infection in your throat. It involves taking a throat swab and applying it to a test strip, which changes color if Strep bacteria are present.
17 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Memorial Hermann Hospital System

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450184
Location1635 North Loop WestHouston, TX 77008 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77059 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
$90.40 typical visit price
range $58.24 – $176.98
Typical copayment $22.60 (range $14.56 – $44.24)
Most-billed visit code 99203
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.

Reported Quality Measures

Breast Cancer Screening
Percentage of women 50-74 years of age who had a mammogram to screen for breast cancer
80%271 patients4/55-star benchmark: 92%
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer
73%573 patients4/55-star benchmark: 85%
Diabetes: Eye Exam
Percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a retinal or dilated eye exam by an eye care professional during the measurement period or a negative retinal exam (no evidence of retinopathy) in the 12 months prior to the measurement period
47%232 patients2/55-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.
99%12,760 patients5/55-star benchmark: 99%
Health Information Exchange
The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for…
70%1,993 patients4/55-star benchmark: 88%
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.
100%427 patients5/55-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.
68%1,194 patients3/55-star benchmark: 97%
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…
93%1,194 patients4/55-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…
34%1,194 patients2/55-star benchmark: 89%
View, Download, or Transmit (VDT)
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period (or patient-authorized representative) views, downloads or transmits their health information to a third party during the performance period.
43%1,194 patients
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.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
5 suppliers12 claims54 services$6.79 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

Nurse Practitioner (Family)
11452 SPACE CENTER BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77059
Physician Assistant (Medical)
11452 SPACE CENTER BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77059
Pediatrics
11452 SPACE CENTER BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77059
Registered Nurse (Case Management)
11452 SPACE CENTER BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77059
Internal Medicine
11452 SPACE CENTER BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77059
Family Medicine
11452 SPACE CENTER BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77059
Social Worker (Clinical)
11452 SPACE CENTER BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77059
Physician Assistant (Medical)
11452 SPACE CENTER BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77059

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 Thriveni Vellore's NPI number?

The NPI number for Thriveni Vellore is 1225003270. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 22, 2006.

Where is Thriveni Vellore located?

Thriveni Vellore practices at 11452 Space Center Blvd, Houston, TX 77059. The listed phone number is (713) 486-6200.

What is Thriveni Vellore's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Thriveni Vellore enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Thriveni Vellore 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 Thriveni Vellore 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 Thriveni Vellore 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 Thriveni Vellore affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Thriveni Vellore is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Hospital System.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Thriveni Vellore was last updated on April 29, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.