BISWAJIT KAR MD
NPI 1790865053
Internal Medicine - Interventional Cardiology in Houston, TX

Q: What is Biswajit Kar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Biswajit Kar is 1790865053. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 17, 2006.

Q: What is Biswajit Kar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Interventional Cardiology, with taxonomy code 207RI0011X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Biswajit Kar was last updated on May 10, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.

Active since October 17, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

82.38/100

CMS Quality Rating

6400 FANNIN ST STE 2500, HOUSTON, TX 77030(713) 704-4300(713) 486-6728 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 10, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: May 10, 2022, May 5, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

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About Biswajit Kar Md NPPES

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

BISWAJIT KAR MD (NPI 1790865053) is an individual interventional cardiology provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (L5002) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (1981).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1790865053

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RI0011X

Provider Legal NameBISWAJIT KARCredential: MD

Location Address6400 FANNIN ST STE 2500Houston, TX 77030-1537

Mailing Address6400 Fannin St Ste 2500Houston, TX 77030-1537 · (713) 704-4300 · Fax (713) 486-6728

Phone(713) 704-4300

Fax(713) 486-6728

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1981

Enumeration DateOctober 17, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateMay 10, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedMay 10, 2022

✔ NPI 1790865053 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Interventional CardiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RI0011X

License✔ Licensed in TX · L5002

Definition

An area of medicine within the subspecialty of cardiology, which uses specialized imaging and other diagnostic techniques to evaluate blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and chambers of the heart and uses technical procedures and medications to treat abnormalities that impair the function of the cardiovascular system.

Also ListedInternal Medicine · Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant CardiologyTaxonomy 207RA0001X · License L5002 (TX)

Also ListedInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseTaxonomy 207RC0000X · License L5002 (TX)

6400 FANNIN ST STE 2500, Houston, TX 77030

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid177878901TX

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

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Biswajit Kar 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 ID5193743508

PECOS Enrollment IDI20051103001097

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 8

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.

288 services191 patients

Replacement of aortic valve through the skin and femoral artery 33361

This procedure, known as Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), involves replacing a damaged aortic valve through a small incision in the leg. A catheter is inserted into the femoral artery and guided up to the heart. The new valve is then positioned and deployed, restoring normal blood flow.

34 services34 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.

32 services32 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.

20 services20 patients

Placement and subsequent removal of device to protect brain from embolism through catheter using imaging guidance 33370

This procedure involves inserting a device through a catheter to shield the brain from harmful blood clots (embolism). The process is monitored using imaging technology. After serving its purpose, the device is carefully removed through the same pathway.

19 services19 patients

Repair of mitral valve through the skin, initial prosthesis 33418

This procedure, known as Transcatheter Mitral Valve Repair (TMVR), involves a small tube inserted through your skin into a blood vessel. A device is then guided to your heart to repair the mitral valve, using an initial prosthesis. This is a less invasive alternative to open-heart surgery.

18 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

De Tar Hospital Navarro

Acute Care Hospitals · Victoria, TX

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number450147

Location506 E San Antonio StVictoria, TX 77901 · Victoria 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

Houston Methodist West Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number670077

Location18500 Katy FreewayHouston, TX 77094 · Harris County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77030 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.

82.38/100

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

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

79.23

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

58.5

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 9

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

Enteral feeding supply kit; syringe fed, per day, includes but not limited to feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, tape B4034

Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N

1 supplier13 claims361 services$2.62 avg. paid by Medicare

Enteral formula, nutritionally complete, for special metabolic needs, excludes inherited disease of metabolism, includes altered composition of proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and/or minerals, may include fiber, administered through an enteral feeding tube, 100 calories = 1 unit B4154

Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N

1 supplier13 claims6,372 services$0.60 avg. paid by Medicare

Tacrolimus, immediate release, oral, 1 mg J7507

Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N

9 suppliers52 claims5,330 services$0.32 avg. paid by Medicare

Prednisone, immediate release or delayed release, oral, 1 mg J7512

Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N

2 suppliers15 claims2,250 services$0.01 avg. paid by Medicare

Cyclosporine, oral, 25 mg J7515

Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N

1 supplier11 claims1,380 services$0.61 avg. paid by Medicare

Mycophenolate mofetil, oral, 250 mg J7517

Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N

3 suppliers25 claims4,020 services$0.19 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.

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