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DR. BANDANA NARANG CHAWLA MD
NPI 1619964020
Internal Medicine in Bellaire, TX

Active since September 30, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare AssignmentCLIA 45D1082172 · Waiver
4500 BISSONNET ST, STE 355, BELLAIRE, TX 77401(713) 592-8900(713) 592-8904 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 11, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Bandana Narang Chawla Md NPPES

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

DR. BANDANA NARANG CHAWLA MD (NPI 1619964020) is an individual internal medicine provider in Bellaire, Texas, licensed in Texas (K9500) and active in the NPI registry since September 2005. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, holds a CLIA Waiver certificate valid through April 1, 2028, and is affiliated with Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1619964020
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. BANDANA NARANG CHAWLACredential: MD
Location Address4500 BISSONNET ST, STE 355Bellaire, TX 77401-3124
Mailing Address4500 Bissonnet St, Ste 355Bellaire, TX 77401-3124 · (713) 592-8900 · Fax (713) 592-8904
Phone(713) 592-8900
Fax(713) 592-8904
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At DallasGraduated 1998
Enumeration DateSeptember 30, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 11, 2020
✔ NPI 1619964020 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · K9500
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.
4500 BISSONNET ST, Bellaire, TX 77401
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Other Identifiers 3

OtherP00433013TX · Rr Medicare
Other0052PJTX · Blue Cross
Other45D1082172TX · Clia

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. Bandana Narang Chawla 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 ID7719932821
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050322000050
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.

CLIA Laboratory Certificates CMS CLIA

Laboratory certificates issued under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) program, which sets federal quality standards for human laboratory testing in the United States. There is no official CMS crosswalk between CLIA and NPI numbers; these certificates are associated with this NPI by matching facility names, locations and phone numbers in the CMS CLIA registry.

Certificate of Waiver 45D1082172

Bandana Chawla MD · Bellaire, TX
Active · expires Apr 1, 2028
CLIA Number45D1082172
Laboratory TypePhysician Office
Certificate Effective DateApril 2, 2026
Certificate Expiration DateApril 1, 2028
Laboratory DirectorBandana Chawla, MD
Laboratory Phone(713) 592-8900
Laboratory LocationBandana Chawla MD4500 Bissonnet St, Ste 355, Bellaire, TX 77401
CLIA data matches this NPI record on: Address Name Phone
This certificate is issued to a laboratory to perform only waived tests.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 3

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.

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.
145 services75 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
53 services53 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
20 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450068
Location6411 FanninHouston, TX 77030 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Memorial Hermann Hospital System

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450184
Location1635 North Loop WestHouston, TX 77008 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77401 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.

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.

KARA NICOLE FINCANNON D.P.T.
Physical Therapist
4500 BISSONNET ST, 340
BELLAIRE, TX 77401
Harris County (713) 838-9050
MS. BARBARA JO REICHLIN MA, LMFT, LPC
Counselor
4500 BISSONNET ST, STE 335
BELLAIRE, TX 77401
Harris County (713) 660-9988
CELESTE F MEAD OT
Occupational Therapist
4500 BISSONNET ST, SUITE 340
BELLAIRE, TX 77401
Harris County (713) 838-9050
LISA THOMAS SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
4500 BISSONNET ST, 340
BELLAIRE, TX 77401
Harris County (713) 838-9050
MS. CHERYL DELLENE PAYNE
Speech-Language Pathologist
4500 BISSONNET ST, 340
BELLAIRE, TX 77401
Harris County (713) 838-9050
JENNIFER LIZBETH MOHR SW
Social Worker
4500 BISSONNET ST, SUITE 340
BELLAIRE, TX 77401
Harris County (713) 838-9050
JENNIFER JIUN-YING WU SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
4500 BISSONNET ST, SUITE 340
BELLAIRE, TX 77401
Harris County (713) 838-9050
BENJAMIN ROY STAFFORD SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
4500 BISSONNET ST, 340
BELLAIRE, TX 77401
Harris County (713) 838-9050

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 Bandana Chawla's NPI number?

The NPI number for Bandana Chawla is 1619964020. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 30, 2005.

Where is Bandana Chawla located?

Bandana Chawla practices at 4500 Bissonnet St Ste 355, Bellaire, TX 77401. The listed phone number is (713) 592-8900.

What is Bandana Chawla's specialty?

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

Is Bandana Chawla enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Bandana Chawla 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.

Does Bandana Chawla hold a CLIA laboratory certificate?

Yes. A Certificate of Waiver (number 45D1082172) is associated with this NPI, valid through April 1, 2028. CLIA certificates authorize laboratory testing under the federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments program.

What insurance does Bandana Chawla 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 Bandana Chawla 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 Bandana Chawla affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Bandana Chawla is affiliated with Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center and Memorial Hermann Hospital System.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Bandana Chawla was last updated on February 11, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.