Dinesh Chaudhary, M.D
NPI 1679738355 · Family Medicine Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Dinesh Chaudhary, M.D is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1679738355).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1679738355
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 4301091545 (MI)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
17 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
391 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 184 | $129 |
| Blood Glucose (sugar) Level82947 | 88 | $4 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 11-20 Minutes99442 | 31 | $91 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 26 | $14 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 26 | $91 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 2 Views71046 | 14 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 96 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 199 | 80 |
| Metformin Hcl | 176 | 59 |
| Lisinopril | 165 | 64 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 152 | 60 |
| Omeprazole | 134 | 50 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 133 | 47 |
| Gabapentin | 123 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$235 across 13 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
- 2008-07-22
- Last updated
- 2022-05-05
- Certified
- 2022-05-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Dinesh Chaudhary's NPI number?
- Dinesh Chaudhary's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679738355, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Dinesh Chaudhary's specialty?
- Dinesh Chaudhary is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Dinesh Chaudhary located?
- Dinesh Chaudhary's practice location on file with NPPES is 6400 Hillcroft St Ste 100, Houston, TX 77081-3107.
- What is Dinesh Chaudhary's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Dinesh Chaudhary is (713) 988-3921.
- Does Dinesh Chaudhary accept Medicare?
- Dinesh Chaudhary is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Dinesh Chaudhary's NPI active?
- Yes — Dinesh Chaudhary's NPI (1679738355) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-05-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.