George Vettiankal, M.D.
NPI 1245211879 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Lufkin, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
George Vettiankal, M.D. is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Lufkin, TX (NPI 1245211879).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1245211879
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 37151 (KY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
4,366 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 967 | $14 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 967 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 722 | $124 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 334 | $88 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 128 | $66 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 65 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Succinate | 800 | 248 |
| Losartan Potassium | 602 | 196 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 563 | 158 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 515 | 150 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 440 | 144 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 398 | 89 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$706 across 53 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 (1)
- 44 Mccoy AveSuite 379Madisonville, KY 42431-2867Phone: (270) 821-0677Fax: (270) 821-2539
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-11-10
- Last updated
- 2025-08-13
- Certified
- 2025-08-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is George Vettiankal's NPI number?
- George Vettiankal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245211879, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is George Vettiankal's specialty?
- George Vettiankal is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is George Vettiankal located?
- George Vettiankal's practice location on file with NPPES is 209 Gaslight Blvd, Lufkin, TX 75904-3134.
- What is George Vettiankal's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for George Vettiankal is (936) 632-8787.
- Does George Vettiankal accept Medicare?
- George Vettiankal is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is George Vettiankal's NPI active?
- Yes — George Vettiankal's NPI (1245211879) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-08-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.