Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Heather Avelar, M.D.
Geriatric Psychiatry Physician · Psychiatry Physician · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · Houston, TX
- NPI 1720253115
- 18 yrs on file
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
7505 Main St Ste 300
Houston, TX 770304523
(281) 885-8469 - Mailing address
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104 Whispering Pines Ave
Friendswood, TX 775464911
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 22, 2023
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2084P0805X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #R1494
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1720253115. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
181
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$18,100
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 97 | 26 | $127 | |
90833 |
Psychotherapy with evaluation and management visit, 30 minutes | 84 | 23 | $69 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Houston Geriatric Psychiatry Physician, average services per provider: 57. This provider delivers 3.2× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$335
Transactions
16
Manufacturers
10
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Janssen Pharmaceuticals, INC | 3 | $68.85 | |
| Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, INC. | 3 | $61.89 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 3 | $51.96 | |
| Lundbeck LLC | 1 | $28.05 | |
| Alkermes, INC. | 1 | $27.11 | |
| Corium, LLC | 1 | $26.94 | |
| Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, INC. | 1 | $19.42 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., INC. | 1 | $18.87 | |
| Vanda Pharmaceuticals INC. | 1 | $15.81 | |
| Sage Therapeutics, INC. | 1 | $15.74 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
693
Patients
107
Total drug cost
$19,775
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sertraline Hcl | Generic | 154 | 41 | $2,830 |
| Trazodone Hcl | Generic | 87 | 35 | $1,092 |
| Buspirone Hcl | Generic | 85 | 19 | $3,271 |
| Quetiapine Fumarate | Generic | 51 | 0 | $2,129 |
| Fluoxetine Hcl | Generic | 50 | 12 | $1,618 |
| Olanzapine | Generic | 39 | 0 | $433 |
| Mirtazapine | Generic | 33 | 0 | $1,237 |
| Bupropion Xl (Bupropion Hcl) | Brand | 31 | 0 | $1,614 |
| Risperidone | Generic | 31 | 0 | $1,705 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 26 | 0 | $1,678 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Heather Avelar's medical specialty?
Dr. Heather Avelar practices Geriatric Psychiatry Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Heather Avelar practice?
Dr. Heather Avelar practices at 7505 Main St Ste 300, Houston, TX 770304523. Office phone: 2818858469.
What is Dr. Heather Avelar's NPI?
Dr. Heather Avelar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720253115, issued by NPPES.
What procedures does Dr. Heather Avelar commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Psychotherapy with evaluation and management visit (HCPCS 90833). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.