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BHAMIDIPATI V MURTHY M.D.
NPI 1386677391
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Houston, TX

Active since July 10, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
91.34/100
CMS Quality Rating
6410 FANNIN ST, 606, HOUSTON, TX 77030(832) 325-6545(713) 512-2247 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 20, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Bhamidipati V Murthy M.d. NPPES

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

BHAMIDIPATI V MURTHY M.D. (NPI 1386677391) is an individual nephrology provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (L6032) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Chi St Luke's Health Baylor College Of Medicine Me, and is a graduate of Other (1977).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1386677391
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameBHAMIDIPATI V MURTHYCredential: M.D.
Location Address6410 FANNIN ST, 606Houston, TX 77030-3000
Mailing AddressPo Box 201088Houston, TX 77216-1088 · (713) 500-3500
Phone(832) 325-6545
Fax(713) 512-2247
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1977
Enumeration DateJuly 10, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 20, 2020
NPPES CertifiedNovember 20, 2020
✔ NPI 1386677391 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RN0300X
License✔ Licensed in TX · L6032
Definition
An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License L6032 (TX)
6410 FANNIN ST, Houston, TX 77030
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid146553601TX
Other8C0500TX · Bcbs

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and more.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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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Bhamidipati V Murthy 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 ID3072646884
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100730000540
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 5

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 hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
137 services37 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.
122 services75 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.
86 services46 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.
44 services18 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
21 services21 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 Luke's Health Baylor College Of Medicine Me

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number450193
Location6720 Bertner Ave, Ste Mc1-266Houston, TX 77030 · Harris County
Emergency services

St Luke's The Woodlands Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · The Woodlands, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450862
Location17200 St Luke's WayThe Woodlands, TX 77384 · Montgomery County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Luke's Hospital At The Vintage

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number670075
Location20171 Chasewood Park DriveHouston, TX 77070 · Harris County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77030 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.

91.34/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality81.64
Promoting Interoperability89.13
Improvement Activities40

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 7

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
5 suppliers15 claims50 services$6.64 avg. paid by Medicare
Tacrolimus, immediate release, oral, 1 mg J7507
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
33 suppliers503 claims73,521 services$0.30 avg. paid by Medicare
Prednisone, immediate release or delayed release, oral, 1 mg J7512
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
17 suppliers236 claims36,600 services$0.01 avg. paid by Medicare
Mycophenolate mofetil, oral, 250 mg J7517
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
23 suppliers387 claims66,567 services$0.18 avg. paid by Medicare
Mycophenolic acid, oral, 180 mg J7518
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
7 suppliers76 claims10,740 services$0.97 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for the first prescription in a 30-day period Q0511
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N
39 suppliers461 claims461 services$17.94 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

EUGENIO A AGUILAR III MD PA
Clinic/Center (Ambulatory Surgical)
6410 FANNIN ST, SUITE 927
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 797-0085
BELANIE G PEAVY ACNP
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
6410 FANNIN ST, SUITE 1400
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (832) 325-7125
DR. NIVEDITA THAKUR M.D.
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology)
6410 FANNIN ST, UTPB 732
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 500-7113
AMBER CHEN-GOODSPEED
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
6410 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (832) 462-3983
OLASUNKANMI ADEYINKA M.D.
Family Medicine
6410 FANNIN ST, 250
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (832) 325-6500
KEVIN P LALLY M.D.
Surgery (Pediatric Surgery)
6410 FANNIN ST, 1400
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (832) 325-7234
DIANE M NOVY PH.D.
Psychologist
6410 FANNIN ST, 230
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 704-3961
RAFAEL C BOTERO M.D.
Internal Medicine (Hepatology)
6410 FANNIN ST, 370
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 704-6800

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 Bhamidipati Murthy's NPI number?

The NPI number for Bhamidipati Murthy is 1386677391. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 10, 2006.

Where is Bhamidipati Murthy located?

Bhamidipati Murthy practices at 6410 Fannin St 606, Houston, TX 77030. The listed phone number is (832) 325-6545.

What is Bhamidipati Murthy's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Is Bhamidipati Murthy enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Bhamidipati Murthy 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 Bhamidipati Murthy accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and 5 other insurers list Bhamidipati Murthy 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 Bhamidipati Murthy affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Bhamidipati Murthy is affiliated with Chi St Luke's Health Baylor College Of Medicine Me, St Luke's The Woodlands Hospital and St Luke's Hospital At The Vintage.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Bhamidipati Murthy was last updated on November 20, 2020. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.