DR. YOUGANDHAR AKULA
NPI 1821243171
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Bryan, TX

Active since November 28, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2110 E VILLA MARIA RD, BRYAN, TX 77802(979) 822-5555 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 20, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: May 20, 2026, Oct 10, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

About Dr. Yougandhar Akula NPPES

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

DR. YOUGANDHAR AKULA (NPI 1821243171) is an individual nephrology provider in Bryan, Texas, licensed in Texas (R4176) and active in the NPI registry since November 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hca Houston Healthcare Conroe, and is a graduate of Other (1997).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1821243171
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameDR. YOUGANDHAR AKULA
Location Address2110 E VILLA MARIA RDBryan, TX 77802-2542
Mailing Address2110 E Villa Maria RdBryan, TX 77802-2542 · (979) 822-5555
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1997
Enumeration DateNovember 28, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateMay 20, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 20, 2026
NPI 1821243171 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 · R4176
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 ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License MD.204037 (LA)
2110 E VILLA MARIA RD, Bryan, TX 77802

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. Yougandhar Akula 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 ID5698890895
PECOS Enrollment IDI20171107002975
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.

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.
500 services186 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.
320 services127 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
112 services103 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
89 services39 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.
74 services30 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
15 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Hca Houston Healthcare Conroe

Acute Care Hospitals · Conroe, TX
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450222
Location504 Medical Center BlvdConroe, TX 77304 · Montgomery County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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

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

St Luke's The Woodlands Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · The Woodlands, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450862
Location17200 St Luke's WayThe Woodlands, TX 77384 · Montgomery County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77802 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
$126.40 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$97.05 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
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…
99%120 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
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…
100%38 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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

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

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
4 suppliers58 claims58 services$15.49 avg. paid by Medicare
Home ventilator, any type, used with non-invasive interface, (e.g., mask, chest shell) E0466
DME-Other DME · category DE005N
3 suppliers20 claims20 services$903.62 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
4 suppliers64 claims64 services$70.25 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 6

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

Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
2110 E VILLA MARIA RD
BRYAN, TX 77802
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
2110 E VILLA MARIA RD
BRYAN, TX 77802
Clinic/Center (Medical Specialty)
2110 E VILLA MARIA RD
BRYAN, TX 77802
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
2110 E VILLA MARIA RD
BRYAN, TX 77802
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
2110 E VILLA MARIA RD
BRYAN, TX 77802
Dietitian, Registered
2110 E VILLA MARIA RD
BRYAN, TX 77802

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 Yougandhar Akula's NPI number?

The NPI number for Yougandhar Akula is 1821243171. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 28, 2008.

Where is Yougandhar Akula located?

Yougandhar Akula practices at 2110 E Villa Maria Rd, Bryan, TX 77802. The listed phone number is (979) 822-5555.

What is Yougandhar Akula's specialty?

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

Is Yougandhar Akula enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Yougandhar Akula 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 Yougandhar Akula accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Community Health Choice, Molina Healthcare and Oscar Insurance Company list Yougandhar Akula 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 Yougandhar Akula affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Yougandhar Akula is affiliated with Hca Houston Healthcare Conroe, Chi St Lukes Health Memorial Livingston, Hca Houston Healthcare Kingwood and St Luke's The Woodlands Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Yougandhar Akula was last updated on May 20, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.