Salim Cheriyan, M.D.
NPI 1265790554 · Urology Physician · The Woodlands, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Salim Cheriyan, M.D. is a Urology Physician provider in The Woodlands, TX (NPI 1265790554).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1265790554
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- S6374 (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
14 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
607 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 | $125 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 126 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 69 | $87 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 58 | $163 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Bladder and Urethra Using an Endoscope52000 | 32 | $229 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 164 | 67 |
| Finasteride | 64 | 26 |
| Oxybutynin Chloridebrand: Oxybutynin Chloride Er | 48 | 30 |
| Testosterone Cypionate | 39 | 14 |
| Vibegronbrand: Gemtesa | 34 | 13 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 31 | 16 |
| Estradiol | 26 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$18 across 1 record (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)
- 1111 W Frank Ave Ste 303Lufkin, TX 75904-3330Phone: (936) 632-0074Fax: (936) 632-0081
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2012-04-25
- Last updated
- 2022-09-19
- Certified
- 2022-09-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Salim Cheriyan's NPI number?
- Salim Cheriyan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265790554, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Salim Cheriyan's specialty?
- Salim Cheriyan is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Salim Cheriyan located?
- Salim Cheriyan's practice location on file with NPPES is 17350 St Lukes Way Ste 200, The Woodlands, TX 77384-4103.
- What is Salim Cheriyan's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Salim Cheriyan is (936) 266-2668.
- Does Salim Cheriyan accept Medicare?
- Salim Cheriyan is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Salim Cheriyan's NPI active?
- Yes — Salim Cheriyan's NPI (1265790554) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-09-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.