DR. BINDU AKKANTI M.D
NPI 1982663514
Internal Medicine - Critical Care Medicine in Houston, TX

Active since March 22, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
82.38/100
CMS Quality Rating
6411 FANNIN ST, HOUSTON, TX 77030(713) 704-4000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 29, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Bindu Akkanti M.d NPPES

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

DR. BINDU AKKANTI M.D (NPI 1982663514) is an individual critical care medicine provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (M7005) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At Dallas (2004).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1982663514
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RC0200X
Provider Legal NameDR. BINDU AKKANTICredential: M.D
Location Address6411 FANNIN STHouston, TX 77030-1501
Mailing Address6431 Fannin St # 1.268Houston, TX 77030-1501 · (713) 500-6875
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At DallasGraduated 2004
Enumeration DateMarch 22, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 29, 2022
NPPES CertifiedJune 29, 2022
NPI 1982663514 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Critical Care MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RC0200X
License Licensed in TX · M7005
Definition
An internist who diagnoses, treats and supports patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License M7005 (TX), 226120 (MA)
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseTaxonomy 207RP1001X · License M7005 (TX)
6411 FANNIN ST, Houston, TX 77030

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. Bindu Akkanti 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 ID5092957746
PECOS Enrollment IDI20130809000358
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 10

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.

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.
130 services43 patients
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.
109 services48 patients
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.
62 services41 patients
Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume 94010
This test, known as spirometry, assesses how well your lungs work. It measures how much air you can inhale, how much you can exhale and how quickly you can exhale. It's non-invasive and helps diagnose conditions like asthma or COPD.
42 services35 patients
Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases 94729
This is a test called a pulmonary function test, which helps understand the efficiency of your lungs. It measures how much air your lungs can hold, how quickly you can move air in and out of your lungs, and how well your lungs put oxygen into and remove carbon dioxide from your blood.
36 services30 patients
Test to determine lung volumes using sensors 94726
This test, called spirometry, measures lung capacity using sensors. You breathe into a mouthpiece attached to a device that records the amount and rate of air you inhale and exhale. It helps diagnose and monitor lung conditions.
33 services29 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

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

Memorial Hermann Memorial City Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450610
Location921 GessnerHouston, TX 77024 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Sugar Land, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450848
Location17500 W Grand Parkway SouthSugar Land, TX 77479 · Fort Bend 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
Quality79.23
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost58.5

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 21

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

Supplies for maintenance of non-insulin drug infusion catheter, per week (list drugs separately) A4221
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
3 suppliers38 claims149 services$18.07 avg. paid by Medicare
Infusion supplies for external drug infusion pump, per cassette or bag (list drugs separately) A4222
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
3 suppliers26 claims600 services$34.44 avg. paid by Medicare
Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
5 suppliers15 claims15 services$35.44 avg. paid by Medicare
Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap A7034
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
7 suppliers12 claims12 services$53.10 avg. paid by Medicare
Headgear used with positive airway pressure device A7035
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
7 suppliers11 claims11 services$15.25 avg. paid by Medicare
Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
8 suppliers18 claims103 services$2.00 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.

Emergency Medicine
6411 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
6411 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Registered Nurse (Critical Care Medicine)
6411 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Anesthesiologist Assistant
6411 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Dentist (General Practice)
6411 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Emergency Medicine
6411 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Anesthesiology
6411 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Registered Nurse (Critical Care Medicine)
6411 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030

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 Bindu Akkanti's NPI number?

The NPI number for Bindu Akkanti is 1982663514. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 22, 2006.

Where is Bindu Akkanti located?

Bindu Akkanti practices at 6411 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77030. The listed phone number is (713) 704-4000.

What is Bindu Akkanti's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Critical Care Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RC0200X.

Is Bindu Akkanti enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Bindu Akkanti 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 Bindu Akkanti accept?

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

According to CMS data, Bindu Akkanti is affiliated with Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center, Memorial Hermann Hospital System, Memorial Hermann Memorial City Hospital and Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Bindu Akkanti was last updated on June 29, 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.