Shalini Makawita, MD
NPI 1619364163 · Medical Oncology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Medical Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Shalini Makawita, MD is a Medical Oncology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1619364163).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1619364163
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Medical Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- BP10052916 (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
11 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
221 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 High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 88 | $147 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 31 | $99 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 27 | $81 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 21 | $121 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 20 | $99 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Ondansetron Hcl | 69 | 38 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 41 | 23 |
| Lipase/Protease/Amylasebrand: Creon | 37 | 15 |
| Prochlorperazine Maleate | 33 | 25 |
| Diphenoxylate Hcl/Atropinebrand: Diphenoxylate-Atropine | 28 | 16 |
| Loperamide Hclbrand: Loperamide | 26 | 21 |
| Imatinib Mesylate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$46 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 (1)
- One Baylor PlazaBaylor College of MedicineHouston, TX 77030Phone: (713) 798-4951
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2015-04-22
- Last updated
- 2022-05-16
- Certified
- 2022-05-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Shalini Makawita's NPI number?
- Shalini Makawita's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1619364163, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Shalini Makawita's specialty?
- Shalini Makawita is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Medical Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Shalini Makawita located?
- Shalini Makawita's practice location on file with NPPES is 7200 Cambridge St Fl 7, Houston, TX 77030-4202.
- What is Shalini Makawita's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Shalini Makawita is (137) 987-7107.
- Does Shalini Makawita accept Medicare?
- Shalini Makawita is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Shalini Makawita's NPI active?
- Yes — Shalini Makawita's NPI (1619364163) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-05-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.