Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Alak Ray, MD
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Houston, TX
- NPI 1700891009
- Accepts Medicare
- 43 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1631 North Loop W, #460
Houston, TX 770081500
(713) 864-6100
fax (713) 864-1755 - Mailing address
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1631 North Loop West, Ste. 460
Houston, TX 770081500
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 12, 2010
- Year of graduation
- 1983 — 43 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #G7868
- Medicaid
- TX #098667107
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1700891009. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,099
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$126,206
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
90970 |
Dialysis services, per day, less than full month service (20 years or older) | 610 | 19 | $10 | |
90960 |
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 189 | 33 | $356 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 79 | 37 | $121 | |
90961 |
Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 73 | 25 | $296 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 41 | 16 | $217 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 35 | 30 | $176 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 33 | 19 | $80 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 22 | 12 | $92 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 17 | 11 | $129 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 76 peers in Houston Nephrology Physician, average services per provider: 140. This provider delivers 7.9× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$367
Transactions
15
Manufacturers
9
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ardelyx, INC. | 3 | $75.42 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 2 | $57.92 | |
| Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals INC. | 2 | $54.30 | |
| Amgen INC. | 2 | $49.26 | |
| Aurinia Pharma U.S., INC. | 2 | $44.93 | |
| Akebia Therapeutics INC | 1 | $26.10 | |
| Novo Nordisk INC | 1 | $24.08 | |
| Mallinckrodt Hospital Products INC. | 1 | $20.83 | |
| Vifor Pharma, INC. | 1 | $14.19 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
316
Patients
65
Total drug cost
$142,145
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Procrit (Epoetin Alfa) | Brand | 43 | 14 | $47,691 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 42 | 13 | $175 |
| Farxiga (Dapagliflozin Propanediol) | Brand | 33 | 15 | $35,462 |
| Clonidine Hcl | Generic | 30 | 11 | $568 |
| Jardiance (Empagliflozin) | Brand | 20 | 0 | $15,188 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 20 | 0 | $213 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | Generic | 17 | 0 | $158 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | Generic | 16 | 0 | $3,305 |
| Veltassa (Patiromer Calcium Sorbitex) | Brand | 16 | 0 | $25,296 |
| Calcium Acetate | Generic | 14 | 0 | $432 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Alak Ray's medical specialty?
Dr. Alak Ray practices Nephrology Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Alak Ray practice?
Dr. Alak Ray practices at 1631 North Loop W, Houston, TX 770081500. Office phone: 7138646100.
What is Dr. Alak Ray's NPI?
Dr. Alak Ray's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1700891009, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Alak Ray accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Alak Ray accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Alak Ray commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Dialysis services (HCPCS 90970); Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) (HCPCS 90960); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.