Abhishek Challa
NPI 1477968659 · Gastroenterology Physician · San Antonio, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Abhishek Challa is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in San Antonio, TX (NPI 1477968659).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1477968659
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 7322 (NE)
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
12 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
369 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) |
|---|---|---|
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 106 | $159 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 81 | $122 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 69 | $235 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 61 | $92 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 21 | $97 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 200 | 72 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Peg-3350 and Electrolytes | 65 | 60 |
| Sucralfate | 44 | 16 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 44 | 43 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 25 | 13 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 20 | — |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfates |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,376 across 81 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
- 2014-06-25
- Last updated
- 2022-06-03
- Certified
- 2022-05-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Abhishek Challa's NPI number?
- Abhishek Challa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477968659, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Abhishek Challa's specialty?
- Abhishek Challa is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Abhishek Challa located?
- Abhishek Challa's practice location on file with NPPES is 11212 State Highway 151 Medical Plaza, 1, San Antonio, TX 78251-4507.
- What is Abhishek Challa's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Abhishek Challa is (210) 614-1234.
- Does Abhishek Challa accept Medicare?
- Abhishek Challa is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Abhishek Challa's NPI active?
- Yes — Abhishek Challa's NPI (1477968659) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-06-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.