Brundha Balaraman, M.D.
NPI 1437461258 · Dermatology Physician · Sugar Land, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Brundha Balaraman, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Sugar Land, TX (NPI 1437461258).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1437461258
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- Q1085 (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
15 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,449 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 652 | $7 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 324 | $129 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 319 | $91 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 279 | $89 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 238 | $48 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, Each Additional Growth |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 201 | 98 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 146 | 79 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 145 | 97 |
| Hydrocortisone | 128 | 92 |
| Mupirocin | 69 | 53 |
| Minoxidil | 65 | 18 |
| Ciclopirox | 56 | 30 |
| Fluocinonide | 53 | 27 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$967 across 56 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2010-07-09
- Last updated
- 2021-07-12
- Certified
- 2021-07-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Brundha Balaraman's NPI number?
- Brundha Balaraman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437461258, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Brundha Balaraman's specialty?
- Brundha Balaraman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Brundha Balaraman located?
- Brundha Balaraman's practice location on file with NPPES is 1235 Lake Pointe Pkwy Ste 200, Sugar Land, TX 77478-4077.
- What is Brundha Balaraman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Brundha Balaraman is (281) 980-0166.
- Does Brundha Balaraman accept Medicare?
- Brundha Balaraman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Brundha Balaraman's NPI active?
- Yes — Brundha Balaraman's NPI (1437461258) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-07-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.