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DR. RUPINDER K CHATHA M.D.
NPI 1700856648
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Houston, TX

Active since January 24, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
915 GESSNER RD, #360, HOUSTON, TX 77024(713) 468-5440(713) 973-0778 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 17, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 17, 2025, Aug 15, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

About Dr. Rupinder K Chatha M.d. NPPES

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

DR. RUPINDER K CHATHA M.D. (NPI 1700856648) is an individual nephrology provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (J6374) and active in the NPI registry since January 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At Dallas (1993).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1700856648
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameDR. RUPINDER K CHATHACredential: M.D.
Location Address915 GESSNER RD, #360Houston, TX 77024
Mailing Address902 Frostwood Dr Ste 245Houston, TX 77024-2418 · (713) 464-9100 · Fax (713) 468-6183
Phone(713) 468-5440
Fax(713) 973-0778
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At DallasGraduated 1993
Enumeration DateJanuary 24, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 17, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 17, 2025
✔ NPI 1700856648 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RN0300X
License✔ Licensed in TX · J6374
Definition
An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
Also ListedSpecialistTaxonomy 174400000X · License J6374 (TX)
915 GESSNER RD, Houston, TX 77024
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid038188101TX

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Community Health Choice, Oscar Insurance Company 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. Rupinder K Chatha 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 ID3870513559
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100427000694
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 6

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 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.
381 services180 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.
141 services36 patients
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) 90960
Dialysis is a treatment that filters and purifies your blood using a machine. It helps keep your fluids and electrolytes in balance when the kidneys can't do their job. This service includes 4 or more visits per month with a physician to monitor your health and adjust your treatment as needed.
52 services16 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.
22 services20 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
18 services18 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
15 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Hca Houston Healthcare Kingwood

Acute Care Hospitals · Kingwood, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450775
Location22999 Us Hwy 59Kingwood, TX 77325 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450844
Location18220 State Highway 249Houston, TX 77070 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77024 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.

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.

Reported Quality Measures

e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
98%1,091 patients4/55-star benchmark: 99%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
100%169 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
24%653 patients2/55-star benchmark: 97%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
77%653 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
2%653 patients1/55-star benchmark: 89%
View, Download, or Transmit (VDT)
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period (or patient-authorized representative) views, downloads or transmits their health information to a third party during the performance period.
16%653 patients
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Mycophenolate mofetil, oral, 250 mg J7517
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
1 supplier11 claims2,640 services$0.20 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for the first prescription in a 30-day period Q0511
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$18.92 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

TODD M. PRICE MD PA
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
915 GESSNER RD, SUITE 620
HOUSTON, TX 77024
Harris County (713) 935-9057
DR. LILIANE MARIE HAY M.D.
Pediatrics
915 GESSNER RD, SUITE 985
HOUSTON, TX 77024
Harris County (713) 461-9100
AMBER DAWN STALLWORTH AU.D.
Audiologist-Hearing Aid Fitter
915 GESSNER RD, SUITE 280
HOUSTON, TX 77024
Harris County (713) 461-2626
DR. AKRAM SHAKHASHIRO MD
Internal Medicine
915 GESSNER RD, SUITE 785
HOUSTON, TX 77024
Harris County (713) 461-9194
SECILY TORN M.D.
Pediatrics
915 GESSNER RD, SUITE 760
HOUSTON, TX 77024
Harris County (713) 467-1741
IAN OSBORNE COOK ARMSTRONG MD
Surgery (Vascular Surgery)
915 GESSNER RD
HOUSTON, TX 77024
Harris County (713) 486-5112
HOUSTON MEDICAL & OBGYN CENTER LLC
Obstetrics & Gynecology
915 GESSNER RD, SUITE # 540 B
HOUSTON, TX 77024
Harris County (713) 468-4662
CLAUDE VALDEHUEZA CAPISTRANO
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
915 GESSNER RD, SUITE 360
HOUSTON, TX 77024
Harris County (713) 468-5440

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 Rupinder Chatha's NPI number?

The NPI number for Rupinder Chatha is 1700856648. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 24, 2006.

Where is Rupinder Chatha located?

Rupinder Chatha practices at 915 Gessner Rd #360, Houston, TX 77024. The listed phone number is (713) 468-5440.

What is Rupinder Chatha's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Is Rupinder Chatha enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Rupinder Chatha 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 Rupinder Chatha accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Community Health Choice, Oscar Insurance Company and WellPoint list Rupinder Chatha 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 Rupinder Chatha affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Rupinder Chatha is affiliated with Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center, Hca Houston Healthcare Kingwood and Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Rupinder Chatha was last updated on March 17, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 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.