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TEJO NIHARIKA MUSUNURU M.D.
NPI 1255771044
Internal Medicine - Hematology & Oncology in Galveston, TX

Active since June 26, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
81.38/100
CMS Quality Rating
301 UNIVERSITY BLVD, GALVESTON, TX 77555(409) 772-2222 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 7, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 7, 2026, Jul 15, 2024 (2 updates tracked since 2024).

About Tejo Niharika Musunuru M.d. NPPES

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

TEJO NIHARIKA MUSUNURU M.D. (NPI 1255771044) is an individual hematology & oncology provider in Galveston, Texas, licensed in Texas (R2422) and active in the NPI registry since June 2013. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Chi St Joseph Health Regional Hospital, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1255771044
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RH0003X
Provider Legal NameTEJO NIHARIKA MUSUNURUCredential: M.D.
Location Address301 UNIVERSITY BLVDGalveston, TX 77555-3625
Mailing AddressPo Box 4439Houston, TX 77210-4439 · (713) 792-2991
Phone(409) 772-2222
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2009
Enumeration DateJune 26, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 7, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 7, 2026
✔ NPI 1255771044 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hematology & OncologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RH0003X
License✔ Licensed in TX · R2422
Definition
An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 2013015505 (MO)
301 UNIVERSITY BLVD, Galveston, TX 77555
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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1222 S Woods Mill RdChesterfield, MO 63017-3625 · Phone (314) 205-6050 · Fax (314) 434-5939
Location 21515 HOLCOMBE BLVDHOUSTON, TX 77030-4000 · Phone (713) 792-6161

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Tejo Niharika Musunuru 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 ID6901108729
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190918002084
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

3

Medicare enrollment records show Tejo Musunuru reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Utmb Faculty Group Practice
Same address
General Practice
301 UNIVERSITY BLVD
Galveston, TX 77555
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 2,222 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1942241146 (409) 772-2222
Physicians Referral Service
46 mi
Multi-Specialty
1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD
Houston, TX 77030
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 2,675 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1073574810 (713) 792-6161
Ut Physicians
47 mi
Anesthesiology
6410 FANNIN ST, 1500
Houston, TX 77030
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 3,111 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1033157821 (832) 325-7325

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 8

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 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.
250 services236 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.
104 services99 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.
73 services48 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
61 services27 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
49 services18 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.
34 services29 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Chi St Joseph Health Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Bryan, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450011
Location2801 Franciscan DrBryan, TX 77802 · Brazos County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

University Of Texas Medical Branch Galveston

Acute Care Hospitals · Galveston, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number450018
Location301 University BoulevardGalveston, TX 77555 · Galveston County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Harris Health System

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number450289
Location2525 Holly HallHouston, TX 77054 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77555 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
$173.07 typical visit price
range $57.19 – $173.07
Typical copayment $43.26 (range $14.29 – $43.26)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$100.90 typical visit price
range $18.45 – $141.36
Typical copayment $25.22 (range $4.61 – $35.34)
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.

81.38/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality81.25
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost49.97

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.

AMY KATHERINE HAVERTY PNP
Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
301 UNIVERSITY BLVD
GALVESTON, TX 77555
Galveston County (409) 772-2222
EVA NOVAK BLIGHT NNP
Nurse Practitioner (Neonatal)
301 UNIVERSITY BLVD
GALVESTON, TX 77555
Galveston County (409) 772-2222
DR. JENNIFER ANN MINNEMAN MD
Surgery (Trauma Surgery)
301 UNIVERSITY BLVD
GALVESTON, TX 77555
Galveston County (409) 772-1011
DR. JAMES HAROLD PAVELA MD
Internal Medicine
301 UNIVERSITY BLVD
GALVESTON, TX 77555
Galveston County (409) 772-7063
DIAA HAMOUDA MBBCH
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
301 UNIVERSITY BLVD, JSA 9.128
GALVESTON, TX 77555
Galveston County (409) 772-8031
SOMMER KIRSCH CAUSEY MD
Anesthesiology
301 UNIVERSITY BLVD
GALVESTON, TX 77555
Galveston County (409) 772-1221
RANDA ABDELMASIH MD
Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)
301 UNIVERSITY BLVD
GALVESTON, TX 77555
Galveston County (832) 505-2300
HEATHER PENTON
Anesthesiology
301 UNIVERSITY BLVD
GALVESTON, TX 77555
Galveston County (409) 772-2222

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 Tejo Musunuru's NPI number?

The NPI number for Tejo Musunuru is 1255771044. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 26, 2013.

Where is Tejo Musunuru located?

Tejo Musunuru practices at 301 University Blvd, Galveston, TX 77555. The listed phone number is (409) 772-2222.

What is Tejo Musunuru's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hematology & Oncology, with taxonomy code 207RH0003X.

Is Tejo Musunuru enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Tejo Musunuru 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 Tejo Musunuru's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Tejo Musunuru reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Utmb Faculty Group Practice (Galveston, TX), Physicians Referral Service (Houston, TX) and Ut Physicians (Houston, 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 Tejo Musunuru's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Tejo Musunuru accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas list Tejo Musunuru 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 Tejo Musunuru affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Tejo Musunuru is affiliated with Chi St Joseph Health Regional Hospital, University Of Texas Medical Branch Galveston and Harris Health System.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Tejo Musunuru was last updated on October 7, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 21 days 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.