Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Brajesh Bhatla, M.D.
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Harlingen, TX
- NPI 1821045600
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 88.3 / 100 · 2023
- 41 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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4402 E Sesame Dr
Harlingen, TX 785509290
(956) 412-1125
fax (956) 440-8854 - Mailing address
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Po Box 2835
Harlingen, TX 785512835
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 19, 2008
- Year of graduation
- 1985 — 41 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #J9973
- Medicaid
- TX #110742704
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1821045600. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
10,264
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$969,098
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 1,774 | 410 | $123 | |
85018 |
Blood count, hemoglobin | 1,253 | 299 | $2 | |
90960 |
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 1,119 | 141 | $344 | |
82570 |
Creatinine level to test for kidney function or muscle injury | 1,117 | 303 | $5 | |
82044 |
Urine microalbumin (protein) analysis | 1,053 | 297 | $6 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 1,017 | 268 | $116 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 725 | 133 | $77 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 666 | 317 | $8 | |
90935 |
Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation | 249 | 85 | $70 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 249 | 208 | $170 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in this city , average services per provider: 396. This provider delivers 26× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$609
Transactions
32
Manufacturers
14
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc. | 8 | $137.68 | |
| AKEBIA THERAPEUTICS INC | 5 | $109.34 | |
| Amgen Inc. | 4 | $83.56 | |
| Fresenius USA Marketing, Inc. | 2 | $43.16 | |
| CALLIDITAS THERAPEUTICS US INC. | 2 | $38.18 | |
| Aurinia Pharma U.S., Inc. | 2 | $37.40 | |
| SHIELD THERAPEUTICS INC | 2 | $35.25 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 1 | $22.98 | |
| GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. | 1 | $19.27 | |
| ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 1 | $18.81 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP | 1 | $17.91 | |
| Travere Therapeutics, Inc. | 1 | $16.89 | |
| Novo Nordisk Inc | 1 | $14.87 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc. | 1 | $13.20 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
4,592
Patients
1,226
Total drug cost
$1,021,685
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 608 | 164 | $5,095 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 558 | 131 | $6,855 |
| Farxiga (Dapagliflozin Propanediol) | Brand | 436 | 90 | $295,056 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | Generic | 431 | 154 | $205,149 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 429 | 104 | $7,742 |
| Torsemide | Generic | 352 | 87 | $6,085 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 315 | 80 | $3,696 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 308 | 76 | $2,985 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 210 | 68 | $2,025 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 188 | 61 | $1,613 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Brajesh Bhatla's medical specialty?
Dr. Brajesh Bhatla practices Nephrology Physician in Harlingen, TX.
Where does Dr. Brajesh Bhatla practice?
Dr. Brajesh Bhatla practices at 4402 E Sesame Dr, Harlingen, TX 785509290. Office phone: 9564121125.
What is Dr. Brajesh Bhatla's NPI?
Dr. Brajesh Bhatla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821045600, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Brajesh Bhatla accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Brajesh Bhatla accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Brajesh Bhatla commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Blood count, hemoglobin (HCPCS 85018); Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) (HCPCS 90960). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.