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APARNA METHUKU KURA MD
NPI 1952511545
Hospitalist in The Woodlands, TX

Active since May 23, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
17201 INTERSTATE 45 SOUTH, THE WOODLANDS, TX 77385(936) 270-2099 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 1, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 1, 2023, Jul 12, 2022 (2 updates tracked since 2022).

About Aparna Methuku Kura Md NPPES

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

APARNA METHUKU KURA MD (NPI 1952511545) is an individual hospitalist provider in The Woodlands, Texas, licensed in Texas (N2191) and active in the NPI registry since May 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1999).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1952511545
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy208M00000X
Provider Legal NameAPARNA METHUKU KURACredential: MD
Location Address17201 INTERSTATE 45 SOUTHThe Woodlands, TX 77385
Mailing AddressPo Box 4719Houston, TX 77210-4719 · (713) 441-4347
Phone(936) 270-2099
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1999
Enumeration DateMay 23, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 1, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 1, 2023
✔ NPI 1952511545 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyHospitalistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208M00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · N2191
Definition
Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 25MA08379800 (NJ), N2191 (TX)
17201 INTERSTATE 45 SOUTH, The Woodlands, TX 77385
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Aparna Methuku Md

Accepted Insurance

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

Aparna Methuku Kura 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 ID4789750886
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090904000376
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.

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.
593 services255 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.
237 services234 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.
177 services120 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.
33 services33 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.
15 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · The Woodlands, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number670122
Location17201 Interstate 45 SouthThe Woodlands, TX 77385 · Montgomery County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77385 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.

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 Aparna Kura's NPI number?

The NPI number for Aparna Kura is 1952511545. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 23, 2007. The provider is also known as Aparna Methuku MD.

Where is Aparna Kura located?

Aparna Kura practices at 17201 Interstate 45 South, The Woodlands, TX 77385. The listed phone number is (936) 270-2099.

What is Aparna Kura's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Hospitalist with taxonomy code 208M00000X.

Is Aparna Kura enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Aparna Kura 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 Aparna Kura accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Community Health Choice and Molina Healthcare list Aparna Kura 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 Aparna Kura affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Aparna Kura is affiliated with Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Aparna Kura was last updated on February 1, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.