Darshan Anandu, M.D.
NPI 1487657680 · Gastroenterology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Darshan Anandu, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1487657680).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1487657680
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- H7867 (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
21 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
286 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 | 98 | $128 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 79 | $33 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 34 | $168 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 25 | $149 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 21 | $97 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 324 | 144 |
| Sod Sulf/Pot Chloride/Mag Sulfbrand: Sutab | 207 | 201 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 99 | 34 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 82 | 37 |
| Hydrocortisone | 53 | 34 |
| Famotidine | 44 | 18 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 37 | 37 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,199 across 43 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
- 2005-05-23
- Last updated
- 2017-10-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Darshan Anandu's NPI number?
- Darshan Anandu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487657680, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Darshan Anandu's specialty?
- Darshan Anandu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Darshan Anandu located?
- Darshan Anandu's practice location on file with NPPES is 1140 Westmont Dr Ste 350, Houston, TX 77015-4368.
- What is Darshan Anandu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Darshan Anandu is (713) 450-3333.
- Does Darshan Anandu accept Medicare?
- Darshan Anandu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Darshan Anandu's NPI active?
- Yes — Darshan Anandu's NPI (1487657680) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-10-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.