CAROLINE MEKALA
NPI 1245730761
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Katy, TX

Active since February 21, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
24285 KATY FWY STE 300, KATY, TX 77494(346) 387-7171 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 15, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 15, 2023, Jun 8, 2023, Oct 13, 2021 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2018).

About Caroline Mekala NPPES

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

CAROLINE MEKALA (NPI 1245730761) is an individual family provider in Katy, Texas, licensed in Texas (AP138116) and active in the NPI registry since February 2018. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1245730761
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameCAROLINE MEKALA
Location Address24285 KATY FWY STE 300Katy, TX 77494-1327
Mailing Address24285 Katy Fwy Ste 300Katy, TX 77494-1327 · (346) 387-7171
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateFebruary 21, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 15, 20235 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 15, 2023
NPI 1245730761 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LF0000X
License Licensed in TX · AP138116
Also ListedRegistered NurseTaxonomy 163W00000X · License 830405 (TX)
24285 KATY FWY STE 300, Katy, TX 77494

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

Caroline Mekala 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 ID4587022447
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230626000282
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 6

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 nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes 99310
A follow-up nursing facility visit is a routine check-up that typically lasts about 35 minutes. During this visit, your health status is evaluated, any changes in your condition are noted, and necessary adjustments to your care plan are made. It's an essential part of maintaining your health.
359 services32 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes 99310
A follow-up nursing facility visit is a routine check-up that typically lasts about 35 minutes. During this visit, your health status is evaluated, any changes in your condition are noted, and necessary adjustments to your care plan are made. It's an essential part of maintaining your health.
318 services24 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
129 services20 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
105 services26 patients
Chronic care management services for two or more chronic conditions, first 30 minutes provided personally by health care professional, per calendar month 99491
Chronic care management services involve a healthcare professional personally providing care for patients with two or more chronic conditions. This service, offered monthly, focuses on the first 30 minutes of care, helping manage and coordinate the patient's health needs.
91 services17 patients
Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month 99490
Chronic care management services involve a healthcare professional directing clinical staff in managing your chronic conditions. This includes the first 20 minutes per month of services like medication management, care coordination, and health monitoring to help improve your health and quality of life.
23 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77494 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
$84.92 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$97.05 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
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.

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.

Dietitian, Registered (Nutrition, Metabolic)
24285 KATY FWY STE 300
KATY, TX 77494
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
24285 KATY FWY STE 300
KATY, TX 77494
Family Medicine (Geriatric Medicine)
24285 KATY FWY STE 300
KATY, TX 77494
Clinic/Center (Mental Health (Including Community Mental Health Center))
24285 KATY FWY STE 300
KATY, TX 77494
Psychiatry & Neurology (Child & Adolescent Psychiatry)
24285 KATY FWY STE 300
KATY, TX 77494
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
24285 KATY FWY STE 300
KATY, TX 77494
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
24285 KATY FWY STE 300
KATY, TX 77494
Nurse Practitioner (Gerontology)
24285 KATY FWY STE 300
KATY, TX 77494

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 Caroline Mekala's NPI number?

The NPI number for Caroline Mekala is 1245730761. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 21, 2018.

Where is Caroline Mekala located?

Caroline Mekala practices at 24285 Katy Fwy Ste 300, Katy, TX 77494. The listed phone number is (346) 387-7171.

What is Caroline Mekala's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Is Caroline Mekala enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Caroline Mekala 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 Caroline Mekala 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 2 other insurers list Caroline Mekala 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 Caroline Mekala was last updated on July 15, 2023. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.