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DR. MARIA M CHOUDHARY M.D.
NPI 1619299781
Ophthalmology in Houston, TX

Q: What is Maria Choudhary's NPI number?

The NPI number for Maria Choudhary is 1619299781. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 17, 2010.

Q: What is Maria Choudhary's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Maria Choudhary was last updated on July 23, 2026. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.

Active since February 17, 2010PECOS Enrolled

83.66/100

CMS Quality Rating

3100 WESLAYAN ST STE 400, HOUSTON, TX 77027(713) 526-1600(713) 526-0679 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 23, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 23, 2026, Aug 2, 2022, Apr 7, 2021 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2016).

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About Dr. Maria M Choudhary M.d. NPPES

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

DR. MARIA M CHOUDHARY M.D. (NPI 1619299781) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (S8540) and active in the NPI registry since February 2010. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, and maintains 3 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1619299781

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207W00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. MARIA M CHOUDHARYCredential: M.D.

Location Address3100 WESLAYAN ST STE 400Houston, TX 77027-5752

Mailing Address5151 Edloe St Apt 3301Houston, TX 77005-1177 · (217) 779-5586

Phone(713) 526-1600

Fax(713) 526-0679

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2006

Enumeration DateFebruary 17, 2010

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 23, 20265 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJuly 23, 2026

✔ NPI 1619299781 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207W00000X

License✔ Licensed in TX · S8540

Definition

An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.

3100 WESLAYAN ST STE 400, Houston, TX 77027

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Secondary Practice Locations 3

Location 19500 Euclid AveCleveland, OH 44195-0001 · Phone (217) 779-5586

Location 23085 Loma Vista RdVentura, CA 93003-2916 · Phone (805) 648-3085 · Fax (805) 648-7027

Location 33929 Woodsons Reserve PkwySpring, TX 77386-4973 · Phone (346) 423-6443 · Fax (346) 423-6449

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

Dr. Maria M Choudhary 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 ID1254627581

PECOS Enrollment IDI20220816003469

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 11

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.

Photography of content of eyes 92285

Photography of the content of eyes, also known as ocular photography, captures detailed images of different parts of the eye. It helps identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. The process is non-invasive and painless.

213 services210 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.

180 services177 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.

141 services116 patients

Exam of visual field with limited testing 92081

An exam of the visual field with limited testing is a quick check of your peripheral vision. It involves identifying objects or movements at the edge of your sight, helping to detect any vision loss that isn't obvious, such as blind spots or areas of reduced vision.

70 services67 patients

Removal of excessive skin and fat of upper eyelid 15823

This procedure, also known as upper eyelid surgery, is performed to remove excess skin and fat from the upper eyelid. It can help improve vision if heavy eyelids hinder it, and can also enhance the appearance of the eyes. It's a common, safe procedure.

29 services29 patients

Probing of nasal tear duct 68840

Probing of the nasal tear duct is a procedure to treat blocked tear ducts. A thin, flexible instrument is gently inserted into the tear duct to clear any obstruction, allowing tears to drain normally again. This procedure is typically quick and can help to alleviate symptoms like excessive tearing or infection.

21 services21 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Houston Methodist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number450358

Location6565 FanninHouston, TX 77030 · Harris County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77027 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

$72.62 typical visit price

range $18.60 – $143.93

Typical copayment $18.15 (range $4.65 – $35.98)

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.

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.

83.66/100

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

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

90.45

Improvement Activities

Cost

63.05

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Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 14

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

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