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TARA AKUNNA MD
NPI 1295231157
Dermatology in Cypress, TX

Active since March 31, 2018Opted out of Medicare · through Aug 6, 2028
14930 MUESCHKE RD, SUITE 200, CYPRESS, TX 77433(281) 895-3376(832) 708-3049 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 28, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Tara Akunna Md NPPES

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

TARA AKUNNA MD (NPI 1295231157) is an individual dermatology provider in Cypress, Texas, licensed in Texas (T4304) and active in the NPI registry since March 2018. She has opted out of Medicare through August 6, 2028 and remains eligible to order and refer and is a graduate of University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1295231157
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207N00000X
Provider Legal NameTARA AKUNNACredential: MD
Location Address14930 MUESCHKE RD, SUITE 200Cypress, TX 77433
Mailing Address2101 Church St Ste 404Galveston, TX 77550-1867
Phone(281) 895-3376
Fax(832) 708-3049
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical Branch At GalvestonGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateMarch 31, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 28, 2024
NPPES CertifiedMarch 26, 2024
✔ NPI 1295231157 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyDermatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207N00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · T4304
Definition
A dermatologist is trained to diagnose and treat pediatric and adult patients with benign and malignant disorders of the skin, mouth, external genitalia, hair and nails, as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. The dermatologist has had additional training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers, melanomas, moles and other tumors of the skin, the management of contact dermatitis and other allergic and nonallergic skin disorders, and in the recognition of the skin manifestations of systemic (including internal malignancy) and infectious diseases. Dermatologists have special training in dermatopathology and in the surgical techniques used in dermatology. They also have expertise in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars and the skin changes associated with aging.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
14930 MUESCHKE RD, Cypress, TX 77433
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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.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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Opted out of Medicare

Tara Akunna Md has filed a Medicare opt-out affidavit. Services are provided under private contract between the provider and the patient, and are not billed to or reimbursed by Medicare. The opt-out is on file from August 6, 2026 through August 6, 2028.

Opt-Out Effective DateAugust 6, 2026
Opt-Out In Effect ThroughAugust 6, 2028Opt-out affidavits renew automatically every two years unless cancelled
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesAn opted-out provider can still order and refer for Medicare patients in the categories marked above, even though their own services are not covered.

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77433 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
$72.62 typical visit price
range $18.60 – $143.93
Typical copayment $18.15 (range $4.65 – $35.98)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

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 Tara Akunna's NPI number?

The NPI number for Tara Akunna is 1295231157. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 31, 2018.

Where is Tara Akunna located?

Tara Akunna practices at 14930 Mueschke Rd Suite 200, Cypress, TX 77433. The listed phone number is (281) 895-3376.

What is Tara Akunna's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Dermatology with taxonomy code 207N00000X.

Is Tara Akunna enrolled in Medicare?

No. Tara Akunna has opted out of Medicare through August 6, 2028. Care is provided under private contracts, and Medicare does not pay for services furnished by providers who have opted out. The provider remains eligible to order and refer services for Medicare patients.

What insurance does Tara Akunna accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas list Tara Akunna 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 Tara Akunna was last updated on March 28, 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.