Sistla Krishna, M.D.
NPI 1811939382 · Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Geriatric Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sistla Krishna, M.D. is a Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1811939382).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1811939382
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- License
- F8542 (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
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
488 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 | 196 | $129 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 123 | $91 |
| Blood Glucose (sugar) Test Performed By Hand-Held Instrument82962 | 45 | $3 |
| Advance Care Planning, First 30 Minutes99497 | 32 | $83 |
| Testing of Autonomic (sympathetic) Nervous System Function95923 | 31 | $121 |
| Annual Wellness Visit; Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Initial VisitG0438 | 23 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 71 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 284 | 81 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 282 | 82 |
| Losartan Potassium | 230 | 76 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 230 | 78 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 168 | 50 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 158 | 46 |
| Metformin Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$161 across 9 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
- 2006-06-11
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sistla Krishna's NPI number?
- Sistla Krishna's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1811939382, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sistla Krishna's specialty?
- Sistla Krishna is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sistla Krishna located?
- Sistla Krishna's practice location on file with NPPES is 7737 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074-1807.
- What is Sistla Krishna's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sistla Krishna is (713) 988-6774.
- Does Sistla Krishna accept Medicare?
- Sistla Krishna is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sistla Krishna's NPI active?
- Yes — Sistla Krishna's NPI (1811939382) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.