DR. RAMYA PRAKASH MASAND M.D.
NPI 1386894400
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology in Houston, TX

Active since September 25, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
84.05/100
CMS Quality Rating
1 BAYLOR PLZ, RM. 286A, HOUSTON, TX 77030(314) 753-6852 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 5, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Ramya Prakash Masand M.d. NPPES

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

DR. RAMYA PRAKASH MASAND M.D. (NPI 1386894400) is an individual anatomic pathology provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (P0996) and active in the NPI registry since September 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Harris Health System, and is a graduate of Other (2000).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1386894400
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0101X
Provider Legal NameDR. RAMYA PRAKASH MASANDCredential: M.D.
Location Address1 BAYLOR PLZ, RM. 286AHouston, TX 77030-3411
Mailing AddressPo Box 4677Houston, TX 77210-4677 · (314) 753-6852
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2000
Enumeration DateSeptember 25, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 5, 2012
NPI 1386894400 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0101X
License Licensed in TX · P0996
Definition
A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.
Also ListedPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyTaxonomy 207ZP0102X · License 2008012161 (MO)
1 BAYLOR PLZ, Houston, TX 77030

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Ramya Prakash Masand 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 ID8729234182
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120820000151
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 2

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.

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
53 services29 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity 88307
A pathology examination of tissue with moderate complexity involves a detailed study of a small tissue sample from your body. Using a microscope, experts analyze the tissue's structure and cells to identify any abnormalities. This helps in diagnosing various health conditions accurately.
27 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

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 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.

84.05/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality84.49
Improvement Activities40
Cost54.39

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.

General Acute Care Hospital
1 BAYLOR PLZ, SUITE 022D
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Obstetrics & Gynecology
1 BAYLOR PLZ, BCM610
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Hospitalist
1 BAYLOR PLZ
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1 BAYLOR PLZ
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1 BAYLOR PLZ
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1 BAYLOR PLZ
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1 BAYLOR PLZ
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1 BAYLOR PLZ
HOUSTON, TX 77030

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 Ramya Masand's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ramya Masand is 1386894400. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 25, 2008.

Where is Ramya Masand located?

Ramya Masand practices at 1 Baylor Plz Rm. 286A, Houston, TX 77030. The listed phone number is (314) 753-6852.

What is Ramya Masand's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0101X.

Is Ramya Masand enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ramya Masand 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 Ramya Masand accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Community Health Choice and Molina Healthcare list Ramya Masand 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 Ramya Masand affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ramya Masand is affiliated with Harris Health System.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ramya Masand was last updated on September 5, 2012. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.