Gowrappala Ramesh, M.D.
NPI 1053377051 · Gastroenterology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gowrappala Ramesh, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1053377051).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1053377051
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- G0250 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
750 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 213 | $123 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 117 | $87 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 116 | $162 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 78 | $100 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 70 | $174 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 306 | 117 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 289 | 285 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 155 | 54 |
| Famotidine | 125 | 44 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 70 | 29 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 44 | 19 |
| Plecanatidebrand: Trulance | 44 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$39,722 across 199 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-04-26
- Last updated
- 2021-11-16
- Certified
- 2021-11-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gowrappala Ramesh's NPI number?
- Gowrappala Ramesh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053377051, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gowrappala Ramesh's specialty?
- Gowrappala Ramesh is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gowrappala Ramesh located?
- Gowrappala Ramesh's practice location on file with NPPES is 929 Gessner Rd Ste 1360, Houston, TX 77024-2469.
- What is Gowrappala Ramesh's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gowrappala Ramesh is (713) 468-2030.
- Does Gowrappala Ramesh accept Medicare?
- Gowrappala Ramesh is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gowrappala Ramesh's NPI active?
- Yes — Gowrappala Ramesh's NPI (1053377051) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-11-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.