Madhukar Kaw, M.D.
NPI 1164634747 · Gastroenterology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Madhukar Kaw, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1164634747).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1164634747
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- L0320 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 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
322 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 98 | $33 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 74 | $86 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Identify Organisms Including Interpretation and Report88312 | 31 | $80 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 31 | $111 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue Including Interpretation and Report88313 | 29 | $66 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Famotidine | 225 | 100 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 108 | 62 |
| Omeprazole | 63 | 37 |
| Dexlansoprazolebrand: Dexlansoprazole Dr | 18 | — |
| Ursodiol | 17 | — |
| Lipase/Protease/Amylasebrand: Creon | 12 | — |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 12 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$403 across 21 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
- 2007-05-04
- Last updated
- 2011-07-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Madhukar Kaw's NPI number?
- Madhukar Kaw's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164634747, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Madhukar Kaw's specialty?
- Madhukar Kaw is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Madhukar Kaw located?
- Madhukar Kaw's practice location on file with NPPES is 12121 Richmond Ave Ste 424, Houston, TX 77082-2439.
- What is Madhukar Kaw's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Madhukar Kaw is (832) 379-8603.
- Does Madhukar Kaw accept Medicare?
- Madhukar Kaw is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Madhukar Kaw's NPI active?
- Yes — Madhukar Kaw's NPI (1164634747) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-07-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.