Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Krishna Pokala, MD
Neurology Physician (CMS: Neurology) · Clinical Neurophysiology Physician · Austin, TX
- NPI 1578856399
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 72.5 / 100 · 2023
- 15 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1600 W 38Th St, Suite 308
Austin, TX 787316400
(512) 324-3540
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2011 — 15 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 15, 2017
- Year of graduation
- 2011 — 15 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2084N0400X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #Q9479
- Medicaid (2)
- TX #365781902 · TX #365781901
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1578856399. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
297
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$41,745
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 94 | 64 | $123 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 60 | 54 | $179 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 42 | 42 | $222 | |
95886 |
Needle measurement of electrical activity in arm or leg muscles, complete study | 36 | 34 | $102 | |
95909 |
Nerve conduction, 5-6 studies | 28 | 28 | $138 | |
95885 |
Needle measurement of electrical activity in arm or leg muscles, limited study | 25 | 23 | $65 | |
99221 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes | 12 | 12 | $81 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 28 peers in Austin Neurology Physician, average services per provider: 253. This provider delivers 1.2× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$39,536
Transactions
60
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Argenx US, INC. | 27 | $22,860.79 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., INC. | 28 | $16,265.42 | |
| Genzyme Corporation | 2 | $237.72 | |
| Amicus Therapeutics, INC. | 1 | $119.59 | |
| Ucb, INC. | 1 | $28.54 | |
| Biogen, INC. | 1 | $24.13 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
967
Patients
220
Total drug cost
$308,302
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | Generic | 232 | 73 | $5,546 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 115 | 36 | $2,546 |
| Sumatriptan Succinate | Generic | 98 | 17 | $10,134 |
| Donepezil Hcl | Generic | 65 | 16 | $719 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 64 | 23 | $3,130 |
| Butalbital-Acetaminophen-Caffe (Butalb/Acetaminophen/Caffeine) | Brand | 60 | 14 | $1,241 |
| Topiramate | Generic | 47 | 15 | $665 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 46 | 0 | $204 |
| Gammagard Liquid (Immun Glob G(Igg)/Gly/Iga Ov50) | Brand | 40 | 0 | $235,044 |
| Primidone | Generic | 40 | 13 | $1,355 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Krishna Pokala's medical specialty?
Dr. Krishna Pokala practices Neurology Physician in Austin, TX.
Where does Dr. Krishna Pokala practice?
Dr. Krishna Pokala practices at 1600 W 38Th St, Austin, TX 787316400. Office phone: 5123243540.
What is Dr. Krishna Pokala's NPI?
Dr. Krishna Pokala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578856399, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Krishna Pokala accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Krishna Pokala accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Krishna Pokala commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99205). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.