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DR. ASHA CAROLINE KURUVILA M.D.
NPI 1356657613
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in Humble, TX

Active since August 25, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
82.38/100
CMS Quality Rating
18980 N MEMORIAL DR STE 280, HUMBLE, TX 77338(713) 486-8180(713) 486-8190 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 17, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 17, 2020, Dec 1, 2020, Oct 16, 2020 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. Asha Caroline Kuruvila M.d. NPPES

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

DR. ASHA CAROLINE KURUVILA M.D. (NPI 1356657613) is an individual gastroenterology provider in Humble, Texas, licensed in Texas (N7444) and active in the NPI registry since August 2010. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2004).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1356657613
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RG0100X
Provider Legal NameDR. ASHA CAROLINE KURUVILACredential: M.D.
Location Address18980 N MEMORIAL DR STE 280Humble, TX 77338-4216
Mailing Address18980 N Memorial Dr Ste 280Humble, TX 77338-4216 · (713) 486-8180 · Fax (713) 486-8190
Phone(713) 486-8180
Fax(713) 486-8190
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2004
Enumeration DateAugust 25, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 17, 20205 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedDecember 17, 2020
✔ NPI 1356657613 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · GastroenterologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RG0100X
License✔ Licensed in TX · N7444
Definition
An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to visualize internal organs.
18980 N MEMORIAL DR STE 280, Humble, TX 77338
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Dr. Asha Caroline Abraham Md

Other Identifiers 3

Other8CN868TX · Bcbstx
Medicaid216850201TX
OtherP00990333TX · Railroad Medicare

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, UnitedHealthcare.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

Dr. Asha Caroline Kuruvila 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 ID8224222971
PECOS Enrollment IDI20101027000464
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

2

Medicare enrollment records show Asha Kuruvila reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Ut Physicians
21 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
Ipc Healthcare Services Of Texas, PLLC
196 mi
Hospitalist
7330 SAN PEDRO AVE, STE 540
San Antonio, TX 78216
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 688 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1023403011 (210) 344-7287

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.

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.
53 services53 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 services28 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
28 services18 patients
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope 43239
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera, known as an endoscope, to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine. Small tissue samples are taken for further examination to help diagnose various conditions.
23 services23 patients
Diagnostic exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope 43235
This procedure, known as an upper endoscopy, involves inserting a thin, flexible tube with a camera down the throat to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper small bowel. It helps diagnose conditions like ulcers or inflammation.
12 services12 patients
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope 45380
A biopsy of the large bowel using a flexible endoscope is a procedure where a thin, flexible tube with a camera is inserted through the rectum to examine the bowel. If abnormal tissue is found, a small sample is taken for further examination. This helps in diagnosing conditions like inflammation, polyps, or cancer.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450068
Location6411 FanninHouston, TX 77030 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Humble, TX
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450684
Location18951 Memorial NorthHumble, TX 77338 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77338 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
$134.06 typical visit price
range $58.24 – $176.98
Typical copayment $33.51 (range $14.56 – $44.24)
Most-billed visit code 99204
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.

82.38/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality79.23
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost58.5

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

DR. TEMINIOLUWA AYOTUNDE AJAYI MD
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
18980 N MEMORIAL DR STE 280
HUMBLE, TX 77338
Harris County (713) 486-8180
MATTHEW L VOTH MD
Colon & Rectal Surgery
18980 N MEMORIAL DR STE 280
HUMBLE, TX 77338
Harris County (713) 486-8180

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 Asha Kuruvila's NPI number?

The NPI number for Asha Kuruvila is 1356657613. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 25, 2010. The provider is also known as Dr. Asha Caroline Abraham MD.

Where is Asha Kuruvila located?

Asha Kuruvila practices at 18980 N Memorial Dr Ste 280, Humble, TX 77338. The listed phone number is (713) 486-8180.

What is Asha Kuruvila's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Gastroenterology, with taxonomy code 207RG0100X.

Is Asha Kuruvila enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Asha Kuruvila 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 Asha Kuruvila's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Asha Kuruvila reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Ut Physicians (Houston, TX) and Ipc Healthcare Services Of Texas, PLLC (San Antonio, 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 Asha Kuruvila's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Asha Kuruvila accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Oscar Insurance Company and UnitedHealthcare list Asha Kuruvila 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 Asha Kuruvila affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Asha Kuruvila is affiliated with Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center and Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Asha Kuruvila was last updated on December 17, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.