Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ramakrishna Behara, D.O.
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Internal Medicine Physician · Edinburg, TX
- NPI 1225323397
- Accepts Medicare
- 15 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 3 locations .
- Primary practice
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5520 Leonardo da Vinci, Ste 100
Edinburg, TX 785391422
(956) 362-3636
fax (956) 362-2699 - Additional location
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201 N Fm 3167 Ste 106
Rio Grande City, TX 785826725
(956) 352-1431
fax (956) 317-1486 - Additional location
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2121 E Griffin Pkwy Ste 14
Mission, TX 785723072 - Mailing address
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Po Box 6139
McAllen, TX 785026139
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2011 — 15 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 27, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 2011 — 15 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Texas #R2282 · Illinois #125:060256
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1225323397. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
309
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$41,309
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 75 | 47 | $86 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 62 | 62 | $158 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 51 | 51 | $94 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 45 | 44 | $240 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 43 | 40 | $92 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 22 | 21 | $167 | |
G0121 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual not meeting criteria for high risk | 11 | 11 | $166 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in this city , average services per provider: 42. This provider delivers 7.4× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$626
Transactions
33
Manufacturers
12
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABBVIE INC. | 20 | $263.06 | |
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 1 | $114.29 | |
| QOL Medical, LLC | 2 | $52.48 | |
| Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 2 | $34.09 | |
| Celgene Corporation | 1 | $27.52 | |
| GENZYME CORPORATION | 1 | $27.26 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. | 1 | $23.67 | |
| Laborie Medical Technologies Corp. | 1 | $22.40 | |
| Madrigal Pharmaceuticals | 1 | $17.96 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 1 | $15.20 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc. | 1 | $14.62 | |
| Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc. | 1 | $13.29 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
249
Patients
101
Total drug cost
$25,440
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 87 | 23 | $1,025 |
| Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf (Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfates) | Brand | 49 | 48 | $3,967 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 23 | 0 | $89 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 22 | 0 | $12,073 |
| Clenpiq (Sod Picosulf/Mag Ox/Citric Ac) | Brand | 18 | 18 | $3,015 |
| Budesonide Dr (Budesonide) | Brand | 15 | 0 | $2,350 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 12 | 0 | $760 |
| Sutab (Sod Sulf/Pot Chloride/Mag Sulf) | Brand | 12 | 12 | $2,016 |
| Entecavir | Generic | 11 | 0 | $145 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ramakrishna Behara's medical specialty?
Dr. Ramakrishna Behara practices Gastroenterology Physician in Edinburg, TX.
Where does Dr. Ramakrishna Behara practice?
Dr. Ramakrishna Behara practices at 5520 Leonardo da Vinci, Edinburg, TX 785391422. Office phone: 9563623636.
What is Dr. Ramakrishna Behara's NPI?
Dr. Ramakrishna Behara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1225323397, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ramakrishna Behara accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ramakrishna Behara accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ramakrishna Behara commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204); Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 45380). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.