Freemu Varghese, M.D.
NPI 1467438614 · Nephrology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Freemu Varghese, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1467438614).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1467438614
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- J0708 (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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,991 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Complete Ultrasound Scan of Abdomen76700 | 170 | $115 |
| Ultrasound Scan of Head and Neck Soft Tissue76536 | 169 | $109 |
| Complete Ultrasound Scan of Pelvis76856 | 169 | $67 |
| Ultrasound Study of Arm Or Leg Veins With Compression and Maneuvers93970 | 169 | $185 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Into Vein96374 | 169 | $36 |
| Ultrasound Scan of Chest76604 | 167 | $50 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 38 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 74 | 21 |
| Mifepristonebrand: Korlym | 62 | — |
| Doxazosin Mesylate | 44 | — |
| Furosemide | 42 | 15 |
| Paricalcitol | 36 | — |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 35 | 11 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 35 | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$6,817 across 54 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
- 2005-12-20
- Last updated
- 2008-03-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Freemu Varghese's NPI number?
- Freemu Varghese's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1467438614, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Freemu Varghese's specialty?
- Freemu Varghese is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Freemu Varghese located?
- Freemu Varghese's practice location on file with NPPES is 1200 Binz St, Houston, TX 77004-6900.
- What is Freemu Varghese's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Freemu Varghese is (713) 797-9191.
- Does Freemu Varghese accept Medicare?
- Freemu Varghese is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Freemu Varghese's NPI active?
- Yes — Freemu Varghese's NPI (1467438614) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-03-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.