Arvind Bhandari, M.D.
NPI 1649212804 · Medical Oncology Physician · Sugar Land, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Medical Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Arvind Bhandari, M.D. is a Medical Oncology Physician provider in Sugar Land, TX (NPI 1649212804).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649212804
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Medical Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- F0883 (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
20 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
2,641 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 675 | $9 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 633 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 319 | $121 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 175 | $83 |
| Infusion Into a Vein for Therapy, Prevention, Or Diagnosis, Additional Sequential Infusion, 1 Hour Or Less96367 | 117 | $27 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, 1 Hour Or Less96413 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 25 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Rivaroxabanbrand: Xarelto | 51 | 12 |
| Lenalidomidebrand: Revlimid | 50 | — |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 43 | 17 |
| Hydroxyurea | 37 | 14 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 34 | 11 |
| Warfarin Sodium | 28 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$403 across 10 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
- 2006-06-12
- Last updated
- 2024-11-12
- Certified
- 2024-11-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Arvind Bhandari's NPI number?
- Arvind Bhandari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649212804, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Arvind Bhandari's specialty?
- Arvind Bhandari is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Medical Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Arvind Bhandari located?
- Arvind Bhandari's practice location on file with NPPES is 1350 First Colony Blvd, Sugar Land, TX 77479-4308.
- What is Arvind Bhandari's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Arvind Bhandari is (281) 277-5200.
- Does Arvind Bhandari accept Medicare?
- Arvind Bhandari is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Arvind Bhandari's NPI active?
- Yes — Arvind Bhandari's NPI (1649212804) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-11-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.