Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. John Alappatt, M.D.
Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Ophthalmology Physician · Houston, TX
- NPI 1568409688
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 100.0 / 100 · 2023
- 33 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
7789 Southwest Fwy Ste 530
Houston, TX 770741834
(281) 495-2222
fax (281) 495-2146
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 28, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1993 — 33 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207WX0107X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #K3058
- Medicaid
- TX #048517902
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1568409688. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
20,640
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$1,433,181
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J2777 |
Injection, faricimab-svoa, 0.1 mg | 15,540 | 65 | $37 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 1,131 | 299 | $127 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 1,053 | 345 | $40 | |
67028 |
Injection of drug into eye | 599 | 116 | $114 | |
J0178 |
Injection, aflibercept, 1 mg | 560 | 87 | $877 | |
92202 |
Extended exam of the back part of the eye with optic nerve drawing | 438 | 211 | $16 | |
92201 |
Extended exam of the back part of the eye with retinal drawing | 374 | 202 | $25 | |
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 353 | 117 | $38 | |
92235 |
Exam of retinal blood vessels using a special camera after injection of a dye | 249 | 179 | $138 | |
92004 |
New patient complete exam of visual system | 101 | 101 | $147 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 10 peers in Houston Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician, average services per provider: 958. This provider delivers 22× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,366
Transactions
18
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Genentech USA, INC. | 5 | $445.61 | |
| Astellas Pharma US INC | 5 | $293.91 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, INC. | 3 | $175.25 | |
| Alimera Sciences, INC. | 2 | $174.00 | |
| Apellis Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 2 | $140.51 | |
| Genentech, INC. | 1 | $136.91 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
304
Patients
183
Total drug cost
$308,497
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eylea (Aflibercept) | Brand | 90 | 26 | $259,489 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 65 | 47 | $2,223 |
| Ofloxacin | Generic | 50 | 41 | $750 |
| Atropine Sulfate | Generic | 45 | 40 | $1,695 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 21 | 13 | $549 |
| Acetazolamide | Generic | 17 | 16 | $119 |
| Vabysmo (Faricimab-Svoa) | Brand | 16 | 0 | $43,673 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. John Alappatt's medical specialty?
Dr. John Alappatt practices Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. John Alappatt practice?
Dr. John Alappatt practices at 7789 Southwest Fwy Ste 530, Houston, TX 770741834. Office phone: 2814952222.
What is Dr. John Alappatt's NPI?
Dr. John Alappatt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568409688, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. John Alappatt accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. John Alappatt accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. John Alappatt commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, faricimab-svoa, 0.1 mg (HCPCS J2777); Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); Imaging of retina (HCPCS 92134). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.