Krishna Pachipala, M.D.
NPI 1386609188 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Shenandoah, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hematology/Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Krishna Pachipala, M.D. is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in Shenandoah, TX (NPI 1386609188).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1386609188
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- M6815 (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
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,001 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 | 818 | $122 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 565 | $9 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 280 | $14 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, 1 Hour Or Less96413 | 232 | $120 |
| Infusion Into a Vein for Therapy, Prevention, Or Diagnosis, Additional Sequential Infusion, 1 Hour Or Less96367 | 225 | $26 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 152 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 26 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 134 | 38 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 74 | 37 |
| Rivaroxabanbrand: Xarelto | 52 | 15 |
| Hydroxyurea | 51 | — |
| Palbociclibbrand: Ibrance | 49 | — |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 42 | 29 |
| Lenalidomide |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$573 across 21 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 (2)
- 17323 Red Oak DrHouston, TX 77090-1243Phone: (281) 440-5006
- 135 Vision Park BlvdShenandoah, TX 77384-3001Phone: (936) 235-7092Fax: (281) 805-7320
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-04-18
- Last updated
- 2025-06-04
- Certified
- 2025-06-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Krishna Pachipala's NPI number?
- Krishna Pachipala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1386609188, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Krishna Pachipala's specialty?
- Krishna Pachipala is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Krishna Pachipala located?
- Krishna Pachipala's practice location on file with NPPES is 18354 Interstate 45 S Ste 200, Shenandoah, TX 77384-4993.
- What is Krishna Pachipala's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Krishna Pachipala is (936) 235-7092.
- Does Krishna Pachipala accept Medicare?
- Krishna Pachipala is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Krishna Pachipala's NPI active?
- Yes — Krishna Pachipala's NPI (1386609188) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-06-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.