Maria Choudhary, M.D.
NPI 1619299781 · Ophthalmology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Maria Choudhary, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1619299781).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1619299781
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 35.121316 (OH)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
733 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Photography of Content of Eyes92285 | 213 | $22 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 180 | $126 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 141 | $89 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Limited Testing92081 | 70 | $31 |
| Removal of Excessive Skin and Fat of Upper Eyelid15823 | 29 | $798 |
| Probing of Nasal Tear Duct68840 | 21 | $178 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 412 | 301 |
| Tobramycin/Dexamethasonebrand: Tobramycin-Dexamethasone | 64 | 42 |
| Methylprednisolone | 35 | 33 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 24 | 16 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 15 | 15 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 12 | 12 |
| Celecoxib | 11 | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$18 across 1 record (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 (2)
- 3085 Loma Vista RdVentura, CA 93003-2916Phone: (805) 648-3085Fax: (805) 648-7027
- 9500 Euclid AveCleveland, OH 44195-0001Phone: (217) 779-5586
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2010-02-17
- Last updated
- 2022-08-02
- Certified
- 2022-08-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Maria Choudhary's NPI number?
- Maria Choudhary's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1619299781, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Maria Choudhary's specialty?
- Maria Choudhary is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Maria Choudhary located?
- Maria Choudhary's practice location on file with NPPES is 3100 Weslayan St Ste 400, Houston, TX 77027-5752.
- What is Maria Choudhary's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Maria Choudhary is (713) 526-1600.
- Does Maria Choudhary accept Medicare?
- Maria Choudhary is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Maria Choudhary's NPI active?
- Yes — Maria Choudhary's NPI (1619299781) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-08-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.