Viren Govindaraju
NPI 1588227375 · Ophthalmology Physician · Royal Oak, MI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Viren Govindaraju is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Royal Oak, MI (NPI 1588227375).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1588227375
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 4301508782 (MI)
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
7 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
4 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
108 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Membrane of Retina67041 | 19 | $181 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 17 | $98 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 17 | $129 |
| Removal of Eye Fluid (vitreous) Between Lens and Retina67036 | 15 | $142 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 15 | $24 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 13 | $33 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 279 | 184 |
| Gentamicin Sulfate | 112 | 96 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 91 | 42 |
| Ofloxacin | 50 | 45 |
| Difluprednate | 42 | 14 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 24 | 14 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 20 | — |
| Atropine Sulfate | 17 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,789 across 22 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
Additional practice locations (3)
- 952 N Center AveGaylord, MI 49735-9318Phone: (989) 448-0937
- 4085 Cedar Bluff DrPetoskey, MI 49770-8697Phone: (231) 439-9230
- 860 E Front StTraverse City, MI 49686-2704Phone: (231) 938-0710
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2019-04-17
- Last updated
- 2026-06-05
- Certified
- 2026-06-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Viren Govindaraju's NPI number?
- Viren Govindaraju's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588227375, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Viren Govindaraju's specialty?
- Viren Govindaraju is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Viren Govindaraju located?
- Viren Govindaraju's practice location on file with NPPES is 3535 W 13 Mile Rd Ste 555, Royal Oak, MI 48073-6770.
- What is Viren Govindaraju's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Viren Govindaraju is (248) 551-2020.
- Does Viren Govindaraju accept Medicare?
- Viren Govindaraju is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Viren Govindaraju's NPI active?
- Yes — Viren Govindaraju's NPI (1588227375) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-06-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.