Ramakrishna Chava, M.D.
NPI 1790998706 · Family Medicine Physician · Kingwood, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ramakrishna Chava, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Kingwood, TX (NPI 1790998706).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1790998706
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- K9751 (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
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
3,438 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 2,270 | $75 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 317 | $123 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 248 | $87 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, 30 Minutes Or Less99238 | 203 | $77 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99308 | 184 | $74 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 253 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 1,452 | 324 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 756 | 156 |
| Furosemide | 753 | 194 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 695 | 123 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 656 | 180 |
| Gabapentin | 579 | 172 |
| Vibegronbrand: Gemtesa |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$132 across 7 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
- 2007-05-07
- Last updated
- 2023-11-09
- Certified
- 2023-11-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ramakrishna Chava's NPI number?
- Ramakrishna Chava's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1790998706, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ramakrishna Chava's specialty?
- Ramakrishna Chava is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ramakrishna Chava located?
- Ramakrishna Chava's practice location on file with NPPES is 22999 Highway 59 N, Kingwood, TX 77339-4412.
- What is Ramakrishna Chava's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ramakrishna Chava is (281) 312-6313.
- Does Ramakrishna Chava accept Medicare?
- Ramakrishna Chava is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ramakrishna Chava's NPI active?
- Yes — Ramakrishna Chava's NPI (1790998706) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-11-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.