Praveen Chava, M.D.
NPI 1922380708 · Family Medicine Physician · Portales, NM
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Praveen Chava, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Portales, NM (NPI 1922380708).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1922380708
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- N8280 (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 tenure28% of score
14 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
221 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Urinalysis, Manual Test81002 | 38 | $3 |
| Testing for Presence of Drug, Read By Direct Observation80305 | 34 | $12 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 34 | $106 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 31 | $161 |
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 | 30 | $10 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 24 | $112 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 120 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 415 | 110 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 375 | 114 |
| Lisinopril | 249 | 80 |
| Gabapentin | 243 | 73 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 225 | 70 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 221 | 40 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2011-09-16
- Last updated
- 2013-10-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Praveen Chava's NPI number?
- Praveen Chava's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1922380708, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Praveen Chava's specialty?
- Praveen Chava is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Praveen Chava located?
- Praveen Chava's practice location on file with NPPES is 42121 US Hwy 70, Portales, NM 88130-9347.
- What is Praveen Chava's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Praveen Chava is (575) 356-6652.
- Does Praveen Chava accept Medicare?
- Praveen Chava is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Praveen Chava's NPI active?
- Yes — Praveen Chava's NPI (1922380708) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-10-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.