DR. RENUKA VIJAY BASAVARAJU M.D.
NPI 1982720199
Internal Medicine - Rheumatology in Irving, TX

NPI Status: Active since March 21, 2007

Contact Information

2021 N MACARTHUR BLVD STE 225
IRVING, TX
ZIP 75061
Phone: (972) 253-4370
Fax: (855) 808-8622

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  • Individual
  • Female
  • Years of Experience 39
  • Internal Medicine
  • Rheumatology
  • Accepts Insurance
  • Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
  • PECOS Enrolled
  • Medicare Quality Reporting

About RENUKA BASAVARAJU

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Renuka Basavaraju, an internist established in Irving, Texas with a medical specialization in Internal Medicine, focusing in rheumatology and more than 39 years of experience. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1982720199 assigned on March 2007. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207RR0500X with license number K9020 (TX). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated 2 years ago.

NPI
1982720199
Provider Name
DR. RENUKA VIJAY BASAVARAJU M.D.
Other Name
DR. RENUKA RAMARAO GHATRAZU M.D.
Other Name Type
Former Name (1)
Gender
Female
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
2021 N MACARTHUR BLVD STE 225 IRVING, TX 75061
Location Phone
(972) 253-4370
Location Fax
(855) 808-8622
Mailing Address
5350 INDEPENDENCE PKWY STE 100 FRISCO, TX 75035
Mailing Phone
(972) 253-4370
Mailing Fax
(855) 808-8622
Medical School Name
OTHER
Graduation Year
1987
Is Sole Proprietor?
Yes
Enumeration Date
03-21-2007
Last Update Date
08-13-2024
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An internist like Renuka Basavaraju is a physician who has completed an internal medicine residency and is board-certified or board-eligible in an internist specialty. Internists are trained to care for adults of all ages for many different medical conditions. An internist typically monitors chronic physical conditions, identifies acute diseases, provides family planning, provides counseling about wellness and disease prevention, etc.

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Secondary Locations

  • 5350 Independence Pkwy Ste 100
    Frisco, TX 75035
    (972) 253-4370

Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.

Classification

Internal Medicine Rheumatology

Taxonomy Code
207RR0500X
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
License No.
K9020
License State
TX
Taxonomy Description
An internist who treats diseases of joints, muscle, bones and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and treats arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries and collagen diseases.

Secondary Taxonomies

The provider has reported to the NPI enumerator additional taxonomy codes. Multiple taxonomy codes may represent subspecialties or other areas of specialization the provider maybe licensed to practice.

No. Taxonomy Code Type Classification /
Specialization
License No. (State)
1207K00000XAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Allergy & Immunology

K9020 (TX)

Insurance Plans Accepted

According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:

  • BSW Diabetes Care Gold HMO 014 - HMO
  • BSW Elite Gold HMO 001 (CMS Standardized Plan with $0 Pediatric PCP copay) - HMO
  • BSW Elite Gold HMO 004 - HMO
  • BSW Elite Gold HMO 012 - HMO
  • BSW Prime Silver HMO 003 (CMS Standardized Plan with $0 Pediatric PCP copay) - HMO
  • BSW Prime Silver HMO 008 - HMO
  • BSW Prime Silver HMO 005 - HMO
  • BSW Savers Bronze HMO H S A 006 - HMO
  • BSW Savers Bronze HMO H S A 007 (CMS Standardized Plan with $0 Pediatric PCP copay) - HMO
  • BSW Savers Bronze HMO H S A 009 - HMO
  • Blue Advantage Bronze HMO? 204 - HMO
  • Blue Advantage Bronze HMO? 301 - HMO
  • Blue Advantage Bronze HMO? Standard - HMO
  • Blue Advantage Gold HMO? 206 - HMO
  • Blue Advantage Gold HMO? 603 - HMO
  • Blue Advantage Gold HMO? Standard - HMO
  • Blue Advantage Plus Bronze? 303 - POS
  • Blue Advantage Plus Bronze? 305 - POS
  • Blue Advantage Plus Bronze? Standard - POS
  • Blue Advantage Plus Gold? 203 - POS
  • Blue Advantage Plus Gold? 803 - POS
  • Blue Advantage Plus Gold? Standard - POS
  • Blue Advantage Plus Silver? 202 - POS
  • Blue Advantage Plus Silver? 605 - POS
  • Blue Advantage Plus Silver? Standard - POS
  • Blue Advantage Security HMO? 200 - HMO
  • Blue Advantage Silver HMO? 205 - HMO
  • Blue Advantage Silver HMO? 801 - HMO
  • Blue Advantage Silver HMO? Standard - HMO
  • MyBlue Health Bronze? 402 - HMO
  • UHC Bronze Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care) - HMO
  • UHC Bronze Essential ($0 Virtual Urgent Care) - HMO
  • UHC Bronze Standard - HMO
  • UHC Bronze Standard+ (Dental + Vision) - HMO
  • UHC Gold Advantage ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $8 Tier 2 Rx) - HMO
  • UHC Gold Advantage+ ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $8 Tier 2 Rx, Dental + Vision) - HMO
  • UHC Gold Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $8 Tier 2 Rx) - HMO
  • UHC Gold Copay Focus+ $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $8 Tier 2 Rx, Dental + Vision) - HMO
  • UHC Gold Standard - HMO
  • UHC Silver Advantage ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $5 Tier 2 Rx) - HMO
  • UHC Silver Advantage+ ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $5 Tier 2 Rx, Dental + Vision) - HMO
  • UHC Silver Standard - HMO
  • UHC Silver Value ($0 Virtual Urgent Care) - HMO
  • UHC Silver Value+ ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, Dental + Vision) - HMO

*Please verify directly with this provider to make sure your insurance plan is currently accepted.

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Renuka Basavaraju is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.

Renuka Basavaraju is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.

What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.

  • Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes

  • PECOS PAC ID: 8820151517

    What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
    A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.

  • PECOS Enrollment ID: I20090106000813

    What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
    The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.

  • Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes

    What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
    When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
    A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes

Provider Referred Orders for Durable Medical Equipment, Devices & Supplies

The following list reflects the services, supplies or durable medical equipment ordered by this provider to a DME supplier on behalf of patients. The information below is derived from Medicare claims data and reflects the BETOS category, HCPCS code information and the number times each service was submitted under the Medicare fee-for-service program.

Durable Medical Equipment

  • DME-Other DME (DE017N)

    Supplies for maintenance of non-insulin drug infusion catheter, per week (list drugs separately) (HCPCS:A4221)

    2 DME suppliers used 17 Medicare Claims 66 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE000N)

    Supplies for external non-insulin drug infusion pump, syringe type cartridge, sterile, each (HCPCS:K0552)

    1 DME suppliers used 12 Medicare Claims 66 Services Paid

Unknown

  • Treatment-Injections and Infusions (nononcologic) (RI008N)

    Injection, immune globulin, (gammagard liquid), non-lyophilized, (e.g., liquid), 500 mg (HCPCS:J1569)

    3 DME suppliers used 24 Medicare Claims 1920 Services Paid

  • Treatment-Chemotherapy (RH012N)

    Services, supplies and accessories used in the home under the medicare intravenous immune globulin (ivig) demonstration (HCPCS:Q2052)

    2 DME suppliers used 11 Medicare Claims 11 Services Paid

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Administration of chemotherapy into vein, 1 hour or less

Chemotherapy is a treatment that uses drugs to destroy cancer cells. When administered into a vein, it's often through an IV. This procedure usually lasts 1 hour or less. You may feel a slight pinch as the needle is inserted, but it's generally painless.

This service was performed 163 times for 36 patients

Administration of chemotherapy into vein, each additional hour

Chemotherapy is a treatment method that uses drugs to destroy cancer cells. The drugs are administered into a vein, usually in the arm. Each additional hour of chemotherapy allows for more of the medication to enter your bloodstream to fight against the cancer cells.

This service was performed 109 times for 23 patients

Administration of non-hormonal anti-neoplastic chemotherapy under skin or into muscle

This procedure involves giving anti-cancer drugs, which don't contain hormones, into the muscle or under the skin. These drugs help to stop the growth of cancer cells. The process is usually quick and done by a healthcare professional.

This service was performed 33 times for 24 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes

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.

This service was performed 69 times for 53 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes

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.

This service was performed 363 times for 170 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

This service was performed 95 times for 65 patients

Infusion into a vein for therapy, prevention, or diagnosis, 1 hour or less

This is a procedure where a medical professional inserts a small tube into your vein to deliver medication, nutrients, or fluids directly into your bloodstream. This can be for treatment, prevention, or diagnosis. The process typically takes less than an hour.

This service was performed 94 times for 17 patients

Injection of additional new drug or substance into vein

This procedure involves introducing a new medication or substance into your bloodstream via a vein. It's typically done using a small needle. The substance can help treat various conditions or assist in diagnostic procedures. It's generally safe and monitored by professionals.

This service was performed 91 times for 32 patients

Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle

This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.

This service was performed 57 times for 39 patients

Injection, denosumab, 1 mg

Denosumab is a medication given via injection to strengthen your bones. It works by slowing down the cells that break down bone, improving bone density and reducing the risk of fractures. It's often used for osteoporosis treatment.

This service was performed 3,000 times for 31 patients

Injection, methylprednisolone sodium succinate, up to 125 mg

Methylprednisolone sodium succinate is a steroid medication injected into a muscle or vein. It helps reduce inflammation and immune response. It's used for various conditions like allergies, arthritis, breathing problems, or skin diseases. It's important to follow your doctor's instructions.

This service was performed 87 times for 31 patients

Professional service for preparation and provision of 1 or more antigens

This service involves the creation and supply of antigens, substances that stimulate your immune system to fight diseases. These antigens can be used in vaccines or allergy tests to help your body build defenses against specific health threats.

This service was performed 1,215 times for 11 patients

Physician Visit Costs



The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $32.75 for a new patient copayment and $25.2 for an established patient copayment.

The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.

For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.

The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 75061 ZIP code area.

New Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99204

  • Average New Patient Price $131.01
  • Minimum New Patient Price $57.18
  • Maximum New Patient Price $172.86
  • Average New Patient Copayment $32.75
  • Minimum New Patient Copayment $14.29
  • Maximum New Patient Copayment $43.21

Established Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99214

  • Average Established Patient Price $100.8
  • Minimum Established Patient Price $18.48
  • Maximum Established Patient Price $141.2
  • Average Established Patient Copayment $25.2
  • Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.62
  • Maximum Established Patient Copayment $35.3

* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.

Quality Reporting

The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program. The Quality Payment Program aims to improve population health, reduce costs and improve the care received by Medicare beneficiaries. The following quality measures meet Medicare's statistical reporting standards. Not all providers report the same information, because not all providers give the same services to patients. The quality information is just a snapshot of some the care providers give to their patients. Reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality.

Quality Measure Performance Number of Patients
Collection and follow-up on patient experience and satisfaction data on beneficiary engagementYesN/A
Collection and follow-up on patient experience and satisfaction data on beneficiary engagement, including development of improvement plan.
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record 100% 773
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter. This list must include ALL known prescriptions, over-the-counters, herbals, and vitamin/mineral/dietary (nutritional) supplements AND must contain the medications' name, dosage, frequency and route of administration
Implementation of practices/processes for developing regular individual care plansYesN/A
Implementation of practices/processes, including a discussion on care, to develop regularly updated individual care plans for at-risk patients that are shared with the beneficiary or caregiver(s). Individual care plans should include consideration of a patient’s goals and priorities, as well as desired outcomes of care.
Implementation of Use of Specialist Reports Back to Referring Clinician or Group to Close Referral LoopYesN/A
Performance of regular practices that include providing specialist reports back to the referring individual MIPS eligible clinician or group to close the referral loop or where the referring individual MIPS eligible clinician or group initiates regular inquiries to specialist for specialist reports which could be documented or noted in the EHR technology.
Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults 90% 239
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine
Provide 24/7 Access to MIPS Eligible Clinicians or Groups Who Have Real-Time Access to Patient's Medical RecordYesN/A
• Provide 24/7 access to MIPS eligible clinicians, groups, or care teams for advice about urgent and emergent care (e.g., MIPS eligible clinician and care team access to medical record, cross-coverage with access to medical record, or protocol-driven nurse line with access to medical record) that could include one or more of the following: • Expanded hours in evenings and weekends with access to the patient medical record (e.g., coordinate with small practices to provide alternate hour office visits and urgent care); • Use of alternatives to increase access to care team by MIPS eligible clinicians and groups, such as e-visits, phone visits, group visits, home visits and alternate locations (e.g., senior centers and assisted living centers); and/or Provision of same-day or next-day access to a consistent MIPS eligible clinician, group or care team when needed for urgent care or transition management.
Regularly assess the patient experience of care through surveys, advisory councils and/or other mechanisms.YesN/A
Regularly assess the patient experience of care through surveys, advisory councils and/or other mechanisms.
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA): Functional Status Assessment 87% 342
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) for whom a functional status assessment was performed at least once within 12 months
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA): Periodic Assessment of Disease Activity 87% 342
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) who have an assessment and classification of disease activity within 12 months
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA): Tuberculosis Screening 98% 199
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) who have documentation of a tuberculosis (TB) screening performed and results interpreted within 6 months prior to receiving a first course of therapy using a biologic disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drug (DMARD)
Screening for Osteoporosis for Women Aged 65-85 Years of Age 90% 174
Percentage of female patients aged 65-85 years of age who ever had a central dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) to check for osteoporosis
Tobacco useYesN/A
Tobacco use: Regular engagement of MIPS eligible clinicians or groups in integrated prevention and treatment interventions, including tobacco use screening and cessation interventions (refer to NQF #0028) for patients with co-occurring conditions of behavioral or mental health and at risk factors for tobacco dependence.

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NPI NPI Number Validation

How NPI Validation Works

The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.

To verify the NPI 1982720199, we treat the final digit (9) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 61. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 61 = 9).

Digit-by-digit view

Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.

Pos 1
1
Doubled → 2
Pos 2
9
Unchanged
Pos 3
8
Doubled → 16 → 1 + 6
Pos 4
2
Unchanged
Pos 5
7
Doubled → 14 → 1 + 4
Pos 6
2
Unchanged
Pos 7
0
Doubled → 0
Pos 8
1
Unchanged
Pos 9
9
Doubled → 18 → 1 + 8
Check
9
Target digit
Regular digit Doubled digit Check digit

Step 1: Double every other digit from the right

Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.

1 → 2 8 → 16 → 7 7 → 14 → 5 0 → 0 9 → 18 → 9

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.

2 + 9 + 1 + 6 + 2 + 1 + 4 + 2 + 0 + 1 + 1 + 8 + 24 = 61

Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10

The next multiple of ten after 61 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.

70 - 61 = 9
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 9, which matches the last digit of 1982720199.

Other Providers at the Same Location


The following 3 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.

Otolaryngology
2021 N MACARTHUR BLVD STE 225
IRVING, TX 75061
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2021 N MACARTHUR BLVD STE 225
IRVING, TX 75061
Internal Medicine (Rheumatology)
2021 N MACARTHUR BLVD STE 225
IRVING, TX 75061

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1982720199, enumerated as an "individual" on March 21, 2007.

The provider is located at 2021 N MACARTHUR BLVD STE 225 IRVING, TX 75061 and the phone number is (972) 253-4370.

Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207RR0500X and a focus in Rheumatology.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Baylor Scott and White Health Plan, Blue Cross and. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.