Vishal Kaila, MD
NPI 1952755944 · Gastroenterology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Vishal Kaila, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1952755944).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1952755944
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- U5432 (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
10 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
658 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 92 | $34 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 81 | $119 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 77 | $129 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 65 | $173 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 53 | $90 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 99 | 63 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 73 | 71 |
| Sod Picosulf/Mag Ox/Citric Acbrand: Clenpiq | 27 | 25 |
| Sucralfate | 17 | 13 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 12 | — |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 12 | 12 |
| Metronidazole | 12 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$751 across 17 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 (1)
- 1900 North Loop W Ste 390Houston, TX 77018-8148Phone: (713) 426-1320Fax: (832) 708-2285
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2016-04-16
- Last updated
- 2023-07-10
- Certified
- 2023-07-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Vishal Kaila's NPI number?
- Vishal Kaila's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952755944, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Vishal Kaila's specialty?
- Vishal Kaila is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Vishal Kaila located?
- Vishal Kaila's practice location on file with NPPES is 1740 W 27th St Ste 185, Houston, TX 77008-1438.
- What is Vishal Kaila's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Vishal Kaila is (713) 426-1320.
- Does Vishal Kaila accept Medicare?
- Vishal Kaila is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Vishal Kaila's NPI active?
- Yes — Vishal Kaila's NPI (1952755944) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-07-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.