DR. BHAVANA CHOUDHARY M.D.
NPI 1508022401
Internal Medicine in St. Louis, MO

Active since July 31, 2008PECOS Enrolled
621 S NEW BALLAS RD, STE 3016 B, ST. LOUIS, MO 63141(314) 251-6339(314) 251-4564 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 11, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Dr. Bhavana Choudhary M.d. NPPES

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

DR. BHAVANA CHOUDHARY M.D. (NPI 1508022401) is an individual internal medicine provider in St. Louis, Missouri, licensed in Missouri (2006013137) and active in the NPI registry since July 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Franciscan Health Olympia & Chicago Heights, and is a graduate of Other (2000).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1508022401
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. BHAVANA CHOUDHARYCredential: M.D.
Location Address621 S NEW BALLAS RD, STE 3016 BSt. Louis, MO 63141
Mailing Address621 S New Ballas Rd, Ste 3016 BSt. Louis, MO 63141 · (314) 251-6339 · Fax (314) 251-4564
Fax(314) 251-4564
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2000
Enumeration DateJuly 31, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 11, 2011
✔ NPI 1508022401 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in MO · 2006013137
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
621 S NEW BALLAS RD, St. Louis, MO 63141

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. Bhavana Choudhary M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID648304659
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100812000691, I20220627001189, I20221012000136, I20221118002335, I20221121003333, I20230112001535, I20231005000323, I20240223002666, I20250123002725, I20250904002030
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

19

Medicare enrollment records show Bhavana Choudhary reassigns Medicare billing to 19 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

General Acute Care Hospital
615 S NEW BALLAS RD
Saint Louis, MO 63141
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Missouri enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1851431738 (Missouri)
  • 241 clinicians in this Medicare group
Internal Medicine
232 S WOODS MILL RD
Chesterfield, MO 63017
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Missouri enrollment
  • 215 clinicians in this Medicare group
Critical Care Medicine
1015 BOWLES AVE
Fenton, MO 63026
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Missouri enrollment
  • 255 clinicians in this Medicare group
General Acute Care Hospital
10010 KENNERLY RD
Saint Louis, MO 63128
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Missouri enrollment
  • 186 clinicians in this Medicare group
Hospitalist
10010 KENNERLY RD, 3 SOUTHBRIDGE
Saint Louis, MO 63128
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Missouri enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: St Anthonys Physician Organization Hospitalist Services Lc
  • 340 clinicians in this Medicare group
Internal Medicine
105 CREEKSIDE OFFICE DR.
Wentzville, MO 63385
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Missouri enrollment
  • 10 clinicians in this Medicare group
Internal Medicine
1400 US HIGHWAY 61
Festus, MO 63028
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Missouri enrollment
  • 299 clinicians in this Medicare group
Rural Health
851 E 5TH ST, SUITE 200
Washington, MO 63090
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Missouri enrollment
  • 178 clinicians in this Medicare group
Hospitalist
901 E 5TH ST
Washington, MO 63090
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Missouri enrollment
  • 261 clinicians in this Medicare group
Critical Care Medicine
2000 OGDEN AVE
Aurora, IL 60504
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois and Indiana enrollments
  • 96 clinicians in this Medicare group

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.

Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
177 services129 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
22 services22 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.
22 services19 patients
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.
19 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Franciscan Health Olympia & Chicago Heights

Acute Care Hospitals · Olympia Fields, IL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number140172
Location20201 S Crawford AvenueOlympia Fields, IL 60461 · Cook County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Ssm St Clare Health Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Fenton, MO
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number260081
Location1015 BowlesFenton, MO 63026 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mercy Catholic Medical Center- Mercy Fitzgerald

Acute Care Hospitals · Darby, PA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390156
Location1500 Lansdowne AveDarby, PA 19023 · Delaware County
Emergency services

Nazareth Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Philadelphia, PA
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390204
Location2601 Holme AvePhiladelphia, PA 19152 · Philadelphia County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 63141 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
$128.28 typical visit price
range $55.65 – $169.38
Typical copayment $32.07 (range $13.91 – $42.34)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$98.37 typical visit price
range $17.76 – $137.92
Typical copayment $24.59 (range $4.44 – $34.48)
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.

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.

Nurse Practitioner (Women's Health)
621 S NEW BALLAS RD, SUITE 2007B
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63141
Obstetrics & Gynecology
621 S NEW BALLAS RD, SUITE 4005
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63141
Internal Medicine
621 S NEW BALLAS RD, SUITE 3016B
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63141
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
621 S NEW BALLAS RD, SUITE 398A
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63141
Specialist
621 S NEW BALLAS RD, SUITE 419A
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63141
Nutritionist (Nutrition, Education)
621 S NEW BALLAS RD, SUITE 460A
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63141
Physician Assistant
621 S NEW BALLAS RD, SUITE 483A
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63141
Specialist
621 S NEW BALLAS RD, STE 297A
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63141

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 Bhavana Choudhary's NPI number?

The NPI number for Bhavana Choudhary is 1508022401. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 31, 2008.

Where is Bhavana Choudhary located?

Bhavana Choudhary practices at 621 S New Ballas Rd Ste 3016 B, St. Louis, MO 63141. The listed phone number is (314) 251-6339.

What is Bhavana Choudhary's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Bhavana Choudhary enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Bhavana Choudhary is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Bhavana Choudhary's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Bhavana Choudhary reassigns Medicare benefits to 19 organizations: Mercy Hospitals East Communities (Saint Louis, MO), Physician Specialists Of St Lukes LLC (Chesterfield, MO), Cogent Healthcare Of Missouri, Inc (Fenton, MO), Mercy Hospital South (Saint Louis, MO), St Anthonys Physician Organization Hospitalist Services, L.C. (Saint Louis, MO) and 14 more organizations, listed in the Medicare section above. 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 Bhavana Choudhary's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Bhavana Choudhary accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas list Bhavana Choudhary 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 Bhavana Choudhary affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Bhavana Choudhary is affiliated with Franciscan Health Olympia & Chicago Heights, Ssm St Clare Health Center, Mercy Catholic Medical Center- Mercy Fitzgerald and Nazareth Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Bhavana Choudhary was last updated on January 11, 2011. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 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.