Kaku Barkoh, M.D.
NPI 1043503238 · Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician · Kingwood, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kaku Barkoh, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician provider in Kingwood, TX (NPI 1043503238).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1043503238
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- R3027 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
15 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
787 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 .
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 291 | $89 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 114 | $39 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 107 | $107 |
| X-Ray Lower and Sacral Spine, Minimum of 6 Views72114 | 48 | $60 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, Minimum of 4 Views72110 | 41 | $51 |
| Insertion of Cage Or Mesh Device to Spine Bone and Disc Space During Spine Fusion22853 | 39 | $240 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tizanidine Hcl | 242 | 141 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 109 | 68 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 96 | 66 |
| Methylprednisolone | 82 | 72 |
| Gabapentin | 38 | 17 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 20 | 20 |
| Meloxicam | 11 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$37,651 across 128 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (2)
- 2600 North Loop W Ste 100Houston, TX 77092-8915Phone: (281) 829-2000Fax: (888) 355-5052
- 18885 Katy Fwy Ste 100Houston, TX 77094-1103Phone: (818) 292-0002Fax: (888) 355-5052
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2011-05-20
- Last updated
- 2025-06-18
- Certified
- 2025-06-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kaku Barkoh's NPI number?
- Kaku Barkoh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1043503238, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kaku Barkoh's specialty?
- Kaku Barkoh is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kaku Barkoh located?
- Kaku Barkoh's practice location on file with NPPES is 215 Kingwood Executive Dr Ste 100, Kingwood, TX 77339-2764.
- What is Kaku Barkoh's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kaku Barkoh is (281) 829-2000.
- Does Kaku Barkoh accept Medicare?
- Kaku Barkoh is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kaku Barkoh's NPI active?
- Yes — Kaku Barkoh's NPI (1043503238) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-06-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.