Pinky Tiwari, MD
NPI 1740299254 · Neurology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Pinky Tiwari, MD is a Neurology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1740299254).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740299254
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- J9829 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 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
483 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Brief Communication Technology-Based Service, E.g. Virtual Check-In, By a Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional Who Can Report Evaluation and Management Services, Provided to an Established Patient, Not Originating From a Related E/M ServicG2012 | 101 | $14 |
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Arm Or Leg Muscles, Complete Study95886 | 72 | $92 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 68 | $129 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 60 | $179 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 105 | 37 |
| Topiramate | 48 | 14 |
| Levetiracetam | 33 | — |
| Primidone | 30 | — |
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa | 29 | — |
| Donepezil Hcl | 29 | 11 |
| Memantine Hcl | 22 | — |
| Phenytoin Sodium Extended |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$165 across 2 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
- 2006-08-05
- Last updated
- 2026-01-29
- Certified
- 2026-01-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Pinky Tiwari's NPI number?
- Pinky Tiwari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740299254, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Pinky Tiwari's specialty?
- Pinky Tiwari is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Pinky Tiwari located?
- Pinky Tiwari's practice location on file with NPPES is 6560 Fannin St Ste 1630, Houston, TX 77030-2734.
- What is Pinky Tiwari's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Pinky Tiwari is (713) 790-1775.
- Does Pinky Tiwari accept Medicare?
- Pinky Tiwari is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Pinky Tiwari's NPI active?
- Yes — Pinky Tiwari's NPI (1740299254) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-01-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.