Jaya Sonkar, MD
NPI 1871976563 · Rheumatology Physician · Cypress, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Jaya Sonkar, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Cypress, TX (NPI 1871976563).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1871976563
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- S1924 (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
10 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
798 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 High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 381 | $182 |
| Prolonged Office Or Other Outpatient Evaluation and Management Service(s) Beyond the Maximum Required Time of the Primary Procedure Which Has Been Selected Using Total Time on the Date of the Primary Service; Each Additional 15 Minutes By the Physician OrG2212 | 168 | $33 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 70 | $223 |
| Residence Visit for Established Patient With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 60 Minutes99350 | 42 | $183 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 21-30 Minutes99443 | 34 | $128 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 104 | 47 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 90 | 39 |
| Famotidine | 76 | 48 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 56 | 21 |
| Sulfasalazinebrand: Sulfasalazine Dr | 47 | 21 |
| Allopurinol | 27 | — |
| Leflunomide | 25 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$148 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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 8118 Fry Rd Ste 1302Cypress, TX 77433-7852Phone: (832) 295-9186Fax: (314) 405-9678
- 13100 Wortham Center Dr # 307Houston, TX 77065-5625Phone: (608) 695-9122Fax: (314) 405-9678
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2015-06-30
- Last updated
- 2025-12-29
- Certified
- 2025-12-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jaya Sonkar's NPI number?
- Jaya Sonkar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871976563, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Jaya Sonkar's specialty?
- Jaya Sonkar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Jaya Sonkar located?
- Jaya Sonkar's practice location on file with NPPES is 21216 Northwest Fwy Ste 230, Cypress, TX 77429-4695.
- What is Jaya Sonkar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Jaya Sonkar is (409) 276-5595.
- Does Jaya Sonkar accept Medicare?
- Jaya Sonkar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Jaya Sonkar's NPI active?
- Yes — Jaya Sonkar's NPI (1871976563) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-12-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.