Vijaya Pokala, M.D., F.A.C.C.
NPI 1205847522 · Interventional Cardiology Physician · Nacogdoches, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Vijaya Pokala, M.D., F.A.C.C. is a Interventional Cardiology Physician provider in Nacogdoches, TX (NPI 1205847522).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1205847522
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Cardiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D., F.A.C.C.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- H6917 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
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
7,106 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 | 1,673 | $121 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 686 | $13 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 461 | $86 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 444 | $8 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 392 | $75 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 161 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 1,875 | 593 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 1,305 | 444 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 1,225 | 408 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 825 | 198 |
| Losartan Potassium | 733 | 234 |
| Carvedilol | 712 | 224 |
| Semaglutide |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,674 across 114 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
- 2006-08-11
- Last updated
- 2023-03-07
- Certified
- 2021-07-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Vijaya Pokala's NPI number?
- Vijaya Pokala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205847522, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Vijaya Pokala's specialty?
- Vijaya Pokala is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Cardiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Vijaya Pokala located?
- Vijaya Pokala's practice location on file with NPPES is 1023 N Mound St, Nacogdoches, TX 75961-4491.
- What is Vijaya Pokala's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Vijaya Pokala is (936) 564-2099.
- Does Vijaya Pokala accept Medicare?
- Vijaya Pokala is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Vijaya Pokala's NPI active?
- Yes — Vijaya Pokala's NPI (1205847522) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-03-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.