Varsha Pawate, M.D
NPI 1316398340 · Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hospice/Palliative Care · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Varsha Pawate, M.D is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1316398340).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1316398340
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Family Medicine) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- S4212 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
9 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
285 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 | 75 | $126 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 44 | $117 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 34 | $181 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 33 | $164 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 26 | $130 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | 47 | 46 |
| Olanzapine | 38 | 27 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 32 | 29 |
| Hydromorphone Hcl | 32 | 30 |
| Fentanyl | 27 | 19 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 24 | 18 |
| Morphine Sulfate |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2016-06-30
- Last updated
- 2022-07-07
- Certified
- 2022-07-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Varsha Pawate's NPI number?
- Varsha Pawate's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316398340, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Varsha Pawate's specialty?
- Varsha Pawate is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Varsha Pawate located?
- Varsha Pawate's practice location on file with NPPES is 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030-4000.
- What is Varsha Pawate's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Varsha Pawate is (713) 792-6161.
- Does Varsha Pawate accept Medicare?
- Varsha Pawate is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Varsha Pawate's NPI active?
- Yes — Varsha Pawate's NPI (1316398340) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-07-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.