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DR. VIJAY KRISHNA BINDINGNAVELE
NPI 1497940951
Plastic Surgery in Corpus Christi, TX

Active since September 07, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
5642 ESPLANADE DR, CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78414(361) 888-7417(361) 651-1489 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 4, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Dr. Vijay Krishna Bindingnavele NPPES

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

DR. VIJAY KRISHNA BINDINGNAVELE (NPI 1497940951) is an individual plastic surgery provider in Corpus Christi, Texas, licensed in Texas (M9865) and active in the NPI registry since September 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi, and is a graduate of Albany Medical College Of Union University (1995).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497940951
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208200000X
Provider Legal NameDR. VIJAY KRISHNA BINDINGNAVELE
Location Address5642 ESPLANADE DRCorpus Christi, TX 78414
Mailing Address5642 Esplanade DrCorpus Christi, TX 78414-4122 · (361) 888-7417 · Fax (361) 651-1489
Phone(361) 888-7417
Fax(361) 651-1489
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSAlbany Medical College Of Union UniversityGraduated 1995
Enumeration DateSeptember 7, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJune 4, 2018
✔ NPI 1497940951 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPlastic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208200000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · M9865
Definition
A plastic surgeon deals with the repair, reconstruction or replacement of physical defects of form or function involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hand, extremities, breast and trunk and external genitalia or cosmetic enhancement of these areas of the body. Cosmetic surgery is an essential component of plastic surgery. The plastic surgeon uses cosmetic surgical principles to both improve overall appearance and to optimize the outcome of reconstructive procedures. The surgeon uses aesthetic surgical principles not only to improve undesirable qualities of normal structures but in all reconstructive procedures as well.
5642 ESPLANADE DR, Corpus Christi, TX 78414
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Other Identifiers 1

Other1497940951TX · Npi

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, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Vijay Krishna Bindingnavele 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 ID4880768068
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080806000343
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 Vijay Bindingnavele reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Vijay K Bindingnavele MD PA
Same address
Plastic Surgery
5642 ESPLANADE DR
Corpus Christi, TX 78414
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 2 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1912214511 (361) 888-7417

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 4

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.

New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
48 services48 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
39 services33 patients
Preparation of skin graft site of face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, around eyes, genitals, hands, feet, fingers, or toes, 100.0 sq cm or 1% body area for infants and children, or less 15004
This procedure involves preparing a specific area of your body, such as the face, scalp, neck, or extremities, for a skin graft. A skin graft is a surgical procedure where healthy skin is transferred to an area of the body that has lost skin. This preparation ensures the graft will take hold effectively.
18 services17 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
13 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi

Acute Care Hospitals · Corpus Christi, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450046
Location600 Elizabeth StreetCorpus Christi, TX 78404 · Nueces County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Corpus Christi Medical Center,the

Acute Care Hospitals · Corpus Christi, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number450788
Location6629 Woodridge RoadCorpus Christi, TX 78414 · Nueces County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78414 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
$84.92 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$68.55 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $17.13 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

VIJAY K BINDINGNAVELE MD PA
Plastic Surgery
5642 ESPLANADE DR
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78414
Nueces County (361) 888-7417

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 Vijay Bindingnavele's NPI number?

The NPI number for Vijay Bindingnavele is 1497940951. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 7, 2007.

Where is Vijay Bindingnavele located?

Vijay Bindingnavele practices at 5642 Esplanade Dr, Corpus Christi, TX 78414. The listed phone number is (361) 888-7417.

What is Vijay Bindingnavele's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Plastic Surgery with taxonomy code 208200000X.

Is Vijay Bindingnavele enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Vijay Bindingnavele 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 Vijay Bindingnavele's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Vijay Bindingnavele reassigns Medicare benefits to Vijay K Bindingnavele MD PA (Corpus Christi, 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 Vijay Bindingnavele's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Vijay Bindingnavele accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Ambetter of Oklahoma and 3 other insurers list Vijay Bindingnavele 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 Vijay Bindingnavele affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Vijay Bindingnavele is affiliated with Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi and Corpus Christi Medical Center,the.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Vijay Bindingnavele was last updated on June 4, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.