Tara Keihanian, MD
NPI 1255725735 · Gastroenterology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Tara Keihanian, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1255725735).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255725735
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- S8724 (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
11 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
212 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 50 | $81 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 30 | $131 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes99231 | 30 | $51 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 40 Minutes99221 | 24 | $85 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 23 | $230 |
| Review By Radiologist of Image From Tube Placement Into Bile Duct Using an Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 68 | 21 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 61 | 54 |
| Lipase/Protease/Amylasebrand: Creon | 53 | 11 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 26 | 11 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 24 | — |
| Pregabalin | 23 | — |
| Citalopram Hydrobromide |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,994 across 32 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)
- 1317 Lake Pointe PkwySugar Land, TX 77478-3997Phone: (281) 637-7210
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2015-03-24
- Last updated
- 2025-09-11
- Certified
- 2025-09-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Tara Keihanian's NPI number?
- Tara Keihanian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255725735, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Tara Keihanian's specialty?
- Tara Keihanian is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Tara Keihanian located?
- Tara Keihanian's practice location on file with NPPES is 7200 Cambridge St Ste 8b, Houston, TX 77030-4202.
- What is Tara Keihanian's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Tara Keihanian is (713) 798-0950.
- Does Tara Keihanian accept Medicare?
- Tara Keihanian is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Tara Keihanian's NPI active?
- Yes — Tara Keihanian's NPI (1255725735) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-09-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.