DR. RAMAKRISHNA V CHAVA M.D.
NPI 1790998706
Family Medicine in Kingwood, TX

Active since May 07, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
91.34/100
CMS Quality Rating
22999 HIGHWAY 59 N, STE 282, KINGWOOD, TX 77339(281) 312-6313(281) 312-6314 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 9, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Ramakrishna V Chava M.d. NPPES

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

DR. RAMAKRISHNA V CHAVA M.D. (NPI 1790998706) is an individual family medicine provider in Kingwood, Texas, licensed in Texas (K9751) and active in the NPI registry since May 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Chi St Lukes Health Memorial Livingston, and is a graduate of Other (1992).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1790998706
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. RAMAKRISHNA V CHAVACredential: M.D.
Location Address22999 HIGHWAY 59 N, STE 282Kingwood, TX 77339-4412
Mailing AddressPo Box 540088Houston, TX 77254-0088
Fax(281) 312-6314
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1992
Enumeration DateMay 7, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 9, 2023
NPPES CertifiedNovember 9, 2023
NPI 1790998706 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License Licensed in TX · K9751
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Also ListedFamily Medicine · Geriatric MedicineTaxonomy 207QG0300X · License K9751 (TX)
22999 HIGHWAY 59 N, Kingwood, TX 77339

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

Dr. Ramakrishna V Chava 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 ID9133117237
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040505001766
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.

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.
2,270 services416 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.
317 services273 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.
248 services82 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
203 services181 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.
184 services77 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
120 services57 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Chi St Lukes Health Memorial Livingston

Acute Care Hospitals · Livingston, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450395
Location1717 Hwy 59 BypassLivingston, TX 77351 · Polk County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Humble, TX
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450684
Location18951 Memorial NorthHumble, TX 77338 · 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

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77339 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
$90.40 typical visit price
range $58.24 – $176.98
Typical copayment $22.60 (range $14.56 – $44.24)
Most-billed visit code 99203
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.

91.34/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality81.64
Promoting Interoperability89.13
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

e-Prescribing
12%2,942 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information
1%1,475 patients1/55-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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 19

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
5 suppliers13 claims44 services$6.10 avg. paid by Medicare
Insertion tray with drainage bag with indwelling catheter, foley type, two-way latex with coating (teflon, silicone, silicone elastomer or hydrophilic, etc.) A4314
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier13 claims13 services$24.34 avg. paid by Medicare
Urinary catheter anchoring device, adhesive skin attachment, each A4333
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
2 suppliers18 claims216 services$2.13 avg. paid by Medicare
Bedside drainage bag, day or night, with or without anti-reflux device, with or without tube, each A4357
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
2 suppliers20 claims23 services$7.95 avg. paid by Medicare
Adhesive, liquid or equal, any type, per oz A4364
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
2 suppliers12 claims96 services$2.61 avg. paid by Medicare
Adhesive remover, wipes, any type, each A4456
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
2 suppliers22 claims950 services$0.23 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.

Otolaryngology (Otolaryngology/Facial Plastic Surgery)
22999 HIGHWAY 59 N
HUMBLE, TX 77339
Obstetrics & Gynecology (Obstetrics)
22999 HIGHWAY 59 N, STE 150
KINGWOOD, TX 77339
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
22999 HIGHWAY 59 N
KINGWOOD, TX 77339
Internal Medicine
22999 HIGHWAY 59 N
KINGWOOD, TX 77339
Internal Medicine
22999 HIGHWAY 59 N
KINGWOOD, TX 77339
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
22999 HIGHWAY 59 N
KINGWOOD, TX 77339
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
22999 HIGHWAY 59 N
KINGWOOD, TX 77339
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
22999 HIGHWAY 59 N
KINGWOOD, TX 77339

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 Ramakrishna Chava's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ramakrishna Chava is 1790998706. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 7, 2007.

Where is Ramakrishna Chava located?

Ramakrishna Chava practices at 22999 Highway 59 N Ste 282, Kingwood, TX 77339. The listed phone number is (281) 312-6313.

What is Ramakrishna Chava's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Ramakrishna Chava enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ramakrishna Chava 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 Ramakrishna Chava 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 6 other insurers list Ramakrishna Chava 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 Ramakrishna Chava affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ramakrishna Chava is affiliated with Chi St Lukes Health Memorial Livingston, Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital and Hca Houston Healthcare Kingwood.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ramakrishna Chava was last updated on November 9, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.