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DR. ATHER R. KHOKHAR MD
NPI 1760487912
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Houston, TX

Active since June 15, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1140 WESTMONT DR, STE. 320, HOUSTON, TX 77015(713) 637-6320(713) 637-0735 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 7, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Ather R. Khokhar Md NPPES

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

DR. ATHER R. KHOKHAR MD (NPI 1760487912) is an individual nephrology provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (K2161) and active in the NPI registry since June 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hca Houston Healthcare Southeast, and is a graduate of Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans (1994).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1760487912
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameDR. ATHER R. KHOKHARCredential: MD
Location Address1140 WESTMONT DR, STE. 320Houston, TX 77015-4363
Mailing Address1140 Westmont Dr, Ste. 320Houston, TX 77015-4363 · (713) 637-6320 · Fax (713) 637-0735
Phone(713) 637-6320
Fax(713) 637-0735
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated 1994
Enumeration DateJune 15, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 7, 2011
✔ NPI 1760487912 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RN0300X
License✔ Licensed in TX · K2161
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.
1140 WESTMONT DR, Houston, TX 77015
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicare UPINH14717TX

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. Ather R. Khokhar 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 ID3971655044
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100916000224
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 7

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.

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.
383 services108 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.
72 services68 patients
Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation 90935
Hemodialysis is a treatment that uses a machine to filter waste and excess fluid from your blood when your kidneys can't. A physician checks your health before, during, and after the procedure to ensure it's working effectively for you.
63 services28 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
54 services29 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.
28 services15 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.
25 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Hca Houston Healthcare Southeast

Acute Care Hospitals · Pasadena, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450097
Location4000 Spencer HwyPasadena, TX 77504 · 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

St Luke's Patients Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Pasadena, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number670031
Location4600 East Sam Houston Parkway SouthPasadena, TX 77505 · Harris County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77015 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

Care Plan
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…
100%123 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Diabetes: Medical Attention for Nephropathy
The percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a nephropathy screening test or evidence of nephropathy during the measurement period
100%57 patients5/55-star benchmark: 99%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
100%310 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine
2%123 patients1/55-star benchmark: 90%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
78%183 patients4/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Influenza Immunization
Percentage of patients aged 6 months and older seen for a visit between October 1 and March 31 who received an influenza immunization OR who reported previous receipt of an influenza immunization
33%130 patients2/55-star benchmark: 88%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
Patients tobacco: 100% · 95 patients
98%95 patients
Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication.
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients 2+: 0% · 123 patients
0%123 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 20

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

ACTIVE SENIORS UNLIMITED, INC.
Respite Care (Respite Care, Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities)
1140 WESTMONT DR, SUITE 415
HOUSTON, TX 77015
Harris County (713) 330-0296
EAST LOOP CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC, INC.
Chiropractor
1140 WESTMONT DR, STE 547
HOUSTON, TX 77015
Harris County (713) 455-7074
EASTLOOP CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC, INC.
Chiropractor
1140 WESTMONT DR, 547
HOUSTON, TX 77015
Harris County (713) 455-7074
THOMAS M HALLISEY D.C.
Chiropractor
1140 WESTMONT DR, 547
HOUSTON, TX 77015
Harris County (713) 455-7074
MARY ANN WASHINGTON M.D.,P.A
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
1140 WESTMONT DR, SUITE 320
HOUSTON, TX 77015
Harris County (713) 637-6320
DR. CARMEN P WONG MD
Family Medicine
1140 WESTMONT DR, STE 520
HOUSTON, TX 77015
Harris County (281) 457-1212
SHAYLON V BROWNFIELD MD PA
Obstetrics & Gynecology
1140 WESTMONT DR, SUITE 330
HOUSTON, TX 77015
Harris County (832) 668-5472
NORTHSHORE OCCUPATIONAL MEDICAL CLINIC
General Acute Care Hospital
1140 WESTMONT DR, SUITE 505
HOUSTON, TX 77015
Harris County (713) 453-5454

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 Ather Khokhar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ather Khokhar is 1760487912. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 15, 2005.

Where is Ather Khokhar located?

Ather Khokhar practices at 1140 Westmont Dr Ste. 320, Houston, TX 77015. The listed phone number is (713) 637-6320.

What is Ather Khokhar's specialty?

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

Is Ather Khokhar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ather Khokhar 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 Ather Khokhar accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and 4 other insurers list Ather Khokhar 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 Ather Khokhar affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ather Khokhar is affiliated with Hca Houston Healthcare Southeast, Memorial Hermann Hospital System and St Luke's Patients Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ather Khokhar was last updated on September 7, 2011. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 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.