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KARTHIK CHIRALA M.D.
NPI 1346584448
Anesthesiology in Houston, TX

Active since November 15, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
93.5/100
CMS Quality Rating
1500 CITYWEST BLVD STE 300, HOUSTON, TX 77042(972) 233-1999(972) 233-3666 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 25, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 25, 2020, Oct 24, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Karthik Chirala M.d. NPPES

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

KARTHIK CHIRALA M.D. (NPI 1346584448) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (P7413) and active in the NPI registry since November 2012. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital, and is a graduate of Baylor College Of Medicine (2009).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1346584448
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameKARTHIK CHIRALACredential: M.D.
Location Address1500 CITYWEST BLVD STE 300Houston, TX 77042-2549
Mailing AddressPo Box 840853Dallas, TX 75284-0853 · (972) 233-1999 · Fax (972) 233-3666
Phone(972) 233-1999
Fax(972) 233-3666
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSBaylor College Of MedicineGraduated 2009
Enumeration DateNovember 15, 2012
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 25, 20202 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 25, 2020
✔ NPI 1346584448 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · P7413
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.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
1500 CITYWEST BLVD STE 300, Houston, TX 77042
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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, Oscar Insurance Company.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

Karthik Chirala 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 ID6507093713
PECOS Enrollment IDI20131216000182
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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Karthik Chirala reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

U. S. Anesthesia Partners Of Texas, P.A.,
Same address
Anesthesiology
1500 CITYWEST BLVD, SUITE 300
Houston, TX 77042
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: U S Anesthesia Partners Of Texas, PA
  • 3,804 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1548208564 (877) 361-1809

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 7

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 other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
29 services26 patients
Other procedure on nervous system 64999
A procedure on the nervous system can involve various techniques to diagnose or treat conditions affecting your brain, spinal cord, or nerves. These can include surgeries, tests, or therapies. It's done by specialized doctors to help improve your neurological health.
27 services26 patients
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement 76942
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement is a technique where sound waves create images that help accurately position the needle during procedures. This method ensures precision, minimizes discomfort, and increases safety.
24 services24 patients
Anesthesia for exam of colon using an endoscope 00812
Anesthesia for a colon examination with an endoscope is a method used to ensure comfort during the procedure. It involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep, thus reducing discomfort as the endoscope, a thin, flexible tube, is navigated through your colon.
20 services20 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.
19 services19 patients
Anesthesia for procedure on small and large bowel using an endoscope 00813
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the small and large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. It involves administering medicine to help you sleep or feel drowsy. This allows the doctor to examine your bowels without causing you discomfort or pain.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Katy, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450847
Location23900 Katy FreewayKaty, TX 77494 · Fort Bend County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Sugar Land, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450848
Location17500 W Grand Parkway SouthSugar Land, TX 77479 · Fort Bend County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Houston Methodist West Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number670077
Location18500 Katy FreewayHouston, TX 77094 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

93.5/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality97.15
Improvement Activities40
Cost83.57

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.

EDITHA A FLEMMING CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1500 CITYWEST BLVD STE 300
HOUSTON, TX 77042
Harris County (713) 620-4000
JAMES NAST TRAHAN AA
Anesthesiologist Assistant
1500 CITYWEST BLVD STE 300
HOUSTON, TX 77042
Harris County (713) 620-4000
ALYSSA CIRILO ESTILL CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1500 CITYWEST BLVD STE 300
HOUSTON, TX 77042
Harris County (713) 620-4000
RUSHI DILIP BRAHMBHATT CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1500 CITYWEST BLVD STE 300
HOUSTON, TX 77042
Harris County (713) 620-0000
LAUREN KATE NIKOLICH CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1500 CITYWEST BLVD STE 300
HOUSTON, TX 77042
Harris County (972) 715-5000
DOMINIQUE H NGUYEN MD
Anesthesiology
1500 CITYWEST BLVD STE 300
HOUSTON, TX 77042
Harris County (713) 620-4000
DARLENE MARIE DOBSON
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1500 CITYWEST BLVD STE 300
HOUSTON, TX 77042
Harris County (713) 620-4000
ERIN R DEPEW CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1500 CITYWEST BLVD STE 300
HOUSTON, TX 77042
Harris County (972) 233-1999

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 Karthik Chirala's NPI number?

The NPI number for Karthik Chirala is 1346584448. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 15, 2012.

Where is Karthik Chirala located?

Karthik Chirala practices at 1500 Citywest Blvd Ste 300, Houston, TX 77042. The listed phone number is (972) 233-1999.

What is Karthik Chirala's specialty?

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

Is Karthik Chirala enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Karthik Chirala 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 organization bills Medicare for Karthik Chirala's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Karthik Chirala reassigns Medicare benefits to U. S. Anesthesia Partners Of Texas, P.A., (Houston, TX). The 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 Karthik Chirala's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Karthik Chirala accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Oscar Insurance Company list Karthik Chirala 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 Karthik Chirala affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Karthik Chirala is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital, Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital and Houston Methodist West Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Karthik Chirala was last updated on August 25, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.