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BHUSHAN KUKKALLI M.D.
NPI 1871579276
Emergency Medicine in Houston, TX

Active since December 16, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
6565 FANNIN ST., METHODIST HOSPITAL, HOUSTON, TX 77030(972) 393-1140(972) 393-7933 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 9, 2010. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Bhushan Kukkalli M.d. NPPES

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

BHUSHAN KUKKALLI M.D. (NPI 1871579276) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (L2391) and active in the NPI registry since December 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Chi St Joseph Health Regional Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1992).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1871579276
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameBHUSHAN KUKKALLICredential: M.D.
Location Address6565 FANNIN ST., METHODIST HOSPITALHouston, TX 77030
Mailing Address5221 Pine StBellaire, TX 77401-4820 · (713) 669-0807 · Fax (713) 669-0807
Phone(972) 393-1140
Fax(972) 393-7933
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1992
Enumeration DateDecember 16, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 9, 2010
✔ NPI 1871579276 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · L2391
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
6565 FANNIN ST., Houston, TX 77030
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Other Identifiers 9

Other8F8317TX · Bcbstx Prov No
Medicare PIN8509B3TX
Medicare PIN8A5418TX
Medicare PINP00005401TX
Medicaid148071703TX
Medicare UPINH42954TX
Medicare PIN8L24366TX
Medicare PIN930116937TX
Medicaid148071705TX

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Molina Healthcare, Oscar Insurance Company 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

Bhushan Kukkalli 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 ID7315093754
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090925000474
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 5

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.

Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
314 services306 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
224 services216 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
220 services215 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.
94 services92 patients
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
29 services29 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Chi St Joseph Health Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Bryan, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450011
Location2801 Franciscan DrBryan, TX 77802 · Brazos County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Houston Methodist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450358
Location6565 FanninHouston, TX 77030 · 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
$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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

RAMITA SUWAL DANGOL FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
6565 FANNIN ST., 2030 - M4NW
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 441-1044

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 Bhushan Kukkalli's NPI number?

The NPI number for Bhushan Kukkalli is 1871579276. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 16, 2005.

Where is Bhushan Kukkalli located?

Bhushan Kukkalli practices at 6565 Fannin St. Methodist Hospital, Houston, TX 77030. The listed phone number is (972) 393-1140.

What is Bhushan Kukkalli's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Bhushan Kukkalli enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Bhushan Kukkalli 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 Bhushan Kukkalli accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Molina Healthcare, Oscar Insurance Company, Sendero Health Plans, Local Nonprofit and UnitedHealthcare list Bhushan Kukkalli 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 Bhushan Kukkalli affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Bhushan Kukkalli is affiliated with Chi St Joseph Health Regional Hospital and Houston Methodist Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Bhushan Kukkalli was last updated on March 9, 2010. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.