Himabindu Valluru, M.D
NPI 1558672311 · Nephrology Physician · Abilene, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Himabindu Valluru, M.D is a Nephrology Physician provider in Abilene, TX (NPI 1558672311).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1558672311
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
16 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,135 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 956 | $112 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 669 | $122 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 483 | $75 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90961 | 461 | $278 |
| Dialysis Services, 1 Physician Visit Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90962 | 161 | $187 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 39 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 516 | 125 |
| Losartan Potassium | 392 | 111 |
| Furosemide | 356 | 83 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 345 | 99 |
| Potassium Chloride | 274 | 72 |
| Lisinopril | 222 | 49 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 126 | 49 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$227 across 5 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
- 2010-06-27
- Last updated
- 2024-07-18
- Certified
- 2024-07-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Himabindu Valluru's NPI number?
- Himabindu Valluru's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558672311, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Himabindu Valluru's specialty?
- Himabindu Valluru is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Himabindu Valluru located?
- Himabindu Valluru's practice location on file with NPPES is 1900 Pine St, Abilene, TX 79601-2432.
- What is Himabindu Valluru's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Himabindu Valluru is (326) 670-2000.
- Does Himabindu Valluru accept Medicare?
- Himabindu Valluru is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Himabindu Valluru's NPI active?
- Yes — Himabindu Valluru's NPI (1558672311) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-07-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.