VASAVI MALINENI M.D.
NPI 1720037229
Ophthalmology in Houston, TX

Active since May 10, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
80.83/100
CMS Quality Rating
7710 BEECHNUT ST, SUITE 100, HOUSTON, TX 77074(713) 777-7145(713) 337-4803 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 25, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 25, 2026, Feb 17, 2025, Aug 13, 2024 (3 updates tracked since 2024).

About Vasavi Malineni M.d. NPPES

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

VASAVI MALINENI M.D. (NPI 1720037229) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (L9334) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains 2 additional practice locations, and is a graduate of Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1720037229
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameVASAVI MALINENICredential: M.D.
Location Address7710 BEECHNUT ST, SUITE 100Houston, TX 77074-3100
Mailing AddressPo Box 3135, Dept 1Houston, TX 77253-3135 · (713) 777-7145 · Fax (832) 598-4995
Fax(713) 337-4803
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated 1998
Enumeration DateMay 10, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 25, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 25, 2026
NPI 1720037229 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License Licensed in TX · L9334
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.

7710 BEECHNUT ST, Houston, TX 77074

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 111914 Astoria Blvd Ste 680Houston, TX 77089-6081 · Phone (281) 484-7171
Location 27737 Southwest Fwy Ste 600Houston, TX 77074-1823 · Phone (713) 777-7145 · Fax (832) 598-4995

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid172898201TX

Accepted 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

Vasavi Malineni 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 ID4789645839
PECOS Enrollment IDI20041021000719
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 18

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.
537 services288 patients
Microfluid analysis of tears 83861
Microfluid analysis of tears involves collecting a small tear sample to examine its composition. This procedure can help detect health issues like dry eye disease, inflammation, or other eye conditions. It's a non-invasive, painless method for monitoring eye health.
460 services150 patients
Established patient complete exam of visual system 92014
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
418 services350 patients
Exam of visual field with extended testing 92083
An extended visual field exam is a detailed test to evaluate your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to detect any potential blind spots which may not be noticeable in daily life. These could be caused by eye diseases like glaucoma, or neurological conditions.
224 services185 patients
Imaging of optic nerve 92133
Imaging of the optic nerve is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed pictures of your optic nerve. It helps doctors assess eye health, particularly for conditions like glaucoma. It's painless, quick, and uses safe technology like MRI or OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).
215 services180 patients
Imaging of retina 92134
Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.
210 services160 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77074 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.

80.83/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality99.8
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost36.3

Reported Quality Measures

Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD): Dilated Macular Examination
100%273 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Diabetes: Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Poor Control (>9%)
Lower rates are better for this measure.
2%330 patients5/55-star benchmark: 98%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
100%5,877 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma (POAG): Reduction of Intraocular Pressure (IOP) by 15% OR Documentation of a Plan of Care
100%634 patients
Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information
94%3,144 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Tobacco Use and Help with Quitting Among Adolescents
100%28 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 12

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

Specialist
7710 BEECHNUT ST, SUITE 100
HOUSTON, TX 77074
Ophthalmology
7710 BEECHNUT ST, SUITE 100
HOUSTON, TX 77074
Optometrist
7710 BEECHNUT ST, SUITE 100
HOUSTON, TX 77074
Dentist
7710 BEECHNUT ST, SUITE 230
HOUSTON, TX 77074
Dentist
7710 BEECHNUT ST, STE 206
HOUSTON, TX 77074
Dentist (General Practice)
7710 BEECHNUT ST, STE 230
HOUSTON, TX 77074
Ophthalmology
7710 BEECHNUT ST, SUITE 100
HOUSTON, TX 77074
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
7710 BEECHNUT ST, SUITE 210
HOUSTON, TX 77074

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 Vasavi Malineni's NPI number?

The NPI number for Vasavi Malineni is 1720037229. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 10, 2006.

Where is Vasavi Malineni located?

Vasavi Malineni practices at 7710 Beechnut St Suite 100, Houston, TX 77074. The listed phone number is (713) 777-7145.

What is Vasavi Malineni's specialty?

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

Is Vasavi Malineni enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Vasavi Malineni 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 Vasavi Malineni accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Community Health Choice list Vasavi Malineni 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Vasavi Malineni was last updated on March 25, 2026. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.