Ameena Malhotra, M.D.
NPI 1003046822 · Nephrology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ameena Malhotra, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1003046822).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1003046822
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 207RN0300X (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
17 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
367 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 172 | $345 |
| Home Dialysis Services Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90966 | 144 | $289 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90961 | 51 | $283 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $283–$345 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 118 | 54 |
| Sucroferric Oxyhydroxidebrand: Velphoro | 91 | 23 |
| Furosemide | 63 | 32 |
| Losartan Potassium | 41 | 21 |
| Carvedilol | 35 | 18 |
| Potassium Chloride | 29 | 18 |
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er | 24 | 12 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-07-15
- Last updated
- 2015-01-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ameena Malhotra's NPI number?
- Ameena Malhotra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1003046822, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ameena Malhotra's specialty?
- Ameena Malhotra is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ameena Malhotra located?
- Ameena Malhotra's practice location on file with NPPES is 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030-4000.
- What is Ameena Malhotra's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ameena Malhotra is (713) 792-6161.
- Does Ameena Malhotra accept Medicare?
- Ameena Malhotra is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ameena Malhotra's NPI active?
- Yes — Ameena Malhotra's NPI (1003046822) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-01-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.