DR. VIDARSHI MUTHUKUMARANA MD
NPI 1598197303
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology in Galveston, TX

Q: What is Vidarshi Muthukumarana's NPI number?

The NPI number for Vidarshi Muthukumarana is 1598197303. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 2, 2013. The provider is also known as Dr. Palawinnage Vidarshi Uthpala Muthukumarana M.D..

Q: What is Vidarshi Muthukumarana's specialty?

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

Active since August 02, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

74.96/100

CMS Quality Rating

301 UNIVERSITY BLVD, GALVESTON, TX 77555(409) 772-2222 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 11, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 11, 2025, Sep 19, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

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About Dr. Vidarshi Muthukumarana Md NPPES

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

DR. VIDARSHI MUTHUKUMARANA MD (NPI 1598197303) is an individual anatomic pathology provider in Galveston, Texas, licensed in Texas (S0028) and active in the NPI registry since August 2013. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Of Texas Medical Branch Galveston, and is a graduate of Other (2009).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1598197303

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207ZP0101X

Provider Legal NameDR. VIDARSHI MUTHUKUMARANACredential: MD

Location Address301 UNIVERSITY BLVDGalveston, TX 77555

Mailing Address301 University BlvdGalveston, TX 77555-5302 · (409) 772-2222

Phone(409) 772-2222

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2009

Enumeration DateAugust 2, 2013

Last NPPES UpdateNovember 11, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedNovember 11, 2025

✔ NPI 1598197303 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207ZP0101X

License✔ Licensed in TX · S0028

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.

301 UNIVERSITY BLVD, Galveston, TX 77555

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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Dr. Palawinnage Vidarshi Uthpala Muthukumarana M.d.

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.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. Vidarshi Muthukumarana Md 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 ID6709119118

PECOS Enrollment IDI20190617001962

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 10

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.

145 services92 patients

Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341

Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.

136 services46 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.

89 services62 patients

Preparation of tissue for examination by removing any calcium present 88311

This procedure involves treating tissue samples to remove any calcium, which can interfere with the examination. The tissue is soaked in a special solution that safely dissolves the calcium, leaving the tissue intact for accurate analysis. This helps in making precise diagnoses.

82 services28 patients

Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure 88342

This procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.

70 services53 patients

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity 88304

A pathology examination of tissue, moderately low complexity, involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. It helps to identify any abnormal cells or diseases. It's a routine procedure, not complex, and provides crucial insights for your diagnosis.

48 services39 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

University Of Texas Medical Branch Galveston

Acute Care Hospitals · Galveston, TX

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - State

CMS Certification Number450018

Location301 University BoulevardGalveston, TX 77555 · Galveston County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77555 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

$131.16 typical visit price

range $57.19 – $173.07

Typical copayment $32.79 (range $14.29 – $43.26)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$100.90 typical visit price

range $18.45 – $141.36

Typical copayment $25.22 (range $4.61 – $35.34)

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.

74.96/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

73.77

Promoting Interoperability

Improvement Activities

Cost

47.75

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.

AMY KATHERINE HAVERTY PNP

Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)

301 UNIVERSITY BLVD
GALVESTON, TX 77555

Galveston County (409) 772-2222

EVA NOVAK BLIGHT NNP

Nurse Practitioner (Neonatal)

301 UNIVERSITY BLVD
GALVESTON, TX 77555

Galveston County (409) 772-2222

DR. JENNIFER ANN MINNEMAN MD

Surgery (Trauma Surgery)

301 UNIVERSITY BLVD
GALVESTON, TX 77555

Galveston County (409) 772-1011

DR. JAMES HAROLD PAVELA MD

Internal Medicine

301 UNIVERSITY BLVD
GALVESTON, TX 77555

Galveston County (409) 772-7063

DIAA HAMOUDA MBBCH

Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)

301 UNIVERSITY BLVD, JSA 9.128
GALVESTON, TX 77555

Galveston County (409) 772-8031

SOMMER KIRSCH CAUSEY MD

Anesthesiology

301 UNIVERSITY BLVD
GALVESTON, TX 77555

Galveston County (409) 772-1221

RANDA ABDELMASIH MD

Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)

301 UNIVERSITY BLVD
GALVESTON, TX 77555

Galveston County (832) 505-2300

HEATHER PENTON

Anesthesiology

301 UNIVERSITY BLVD
GALVESTON, TX 77555

Galveston County (409) 772-2222

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 Vidarshi Muthukumarana's NPI number?

The NPI number for Vidarshi Muthukumarana is 1598197303. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 2, 2013. The provider is also known as Dr. Palawinnage Vidarshi Uthpala Muthukumarana M.D..

Where is Vidarshi Muthukumarana located?

Vidarshi Muthukumarana practices at 301 University Blvd, Galveston, TX 77555. The listed phone number is (409) 772-2222.

What is Vidarshi Muthukumarana's specialty?

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

Is Vidarshi Muthukumarana enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Vidarshi Muthukumarana 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 Vidarshi Muthukumarana accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Oscar Insurance Company list Vidarshi Muthukumarana 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 Vidarshi Muthukumarana affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Vidarshi Muthukumarana is affiliated with University Of Texas Medical Branch Galveston.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Vidarshi Muthukumarana was last updated on November 11, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 months 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.