Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Krishnamoorthy Vivekananthan, M.D.
Cardiovascular Disease Physician (CMS: Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology)) · Houston, TX
- NPI 1972500932
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 82.0 / 100 · 2023
- 38 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
13325 Hargrave RD Ste 100
Houston, TX 770704540
(281) 469-8007 - Mailing address
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13325 Hargrave RD, Suite 100
Houston, TX 770704539
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 23, 2017
- Year of graduation
- 1988 — 38 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RC0000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #L7240
- Medicaid
- TX #203280701
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1972500932. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,338
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$171,535
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 404 | 173 | $91 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 144 | 65 | $80 | |
93298 |
Evaluation of cardiac rhythm monitor system, remote up to 30 days | 122 | 17 | $26 | |
93306 |
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function | 114 | 111 | $187 | |
93306 |
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function | 73 | 72 | $68 | |
J2785 |
Injection, regadenoson, 0.1 mg | 60 | 15 | $43 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 59 | 54 | $174 | |
93971 |
Ultrasound study of one arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers | 53 | 14 | $122 | |
93000 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report | 47 | 44 | $14 | |
93015 |
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with supervision and review by physician | 45 | 44 | $63 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 118 peers in Houston Cardiovascular Disease Physician, average services per provider: 144. This provider delivers 9.3× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,235
Transactions
44
Manufacturers
12
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 2 | $264.35 | |
| Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, INC. | 5 | $214.00 | |
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 8 | $172.48 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 16 | $169.02 | |
| Bard Peripheral Vascular, INC. | 1 | $121.78 | |
| Inari Medical, INC. | 1 | $75.38 | |
| Zoll Services LLC (A/K/A Zoll LifeCor Corp) | 4 | $74.98 | |
| Tactile Systems Technology INC | 2 | $42.50 | |
| Amgen INC. | 2 | $38.36 | |
| AngioDynamics, INC. | 1 | $22.70 | |
| Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $19.91 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 1 | $19.72 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,185
Patients
661
Total drug cost
$306,629
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nifedipine ER (Nifedipine) | Brand | 387 | 116 | $20,417 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 212 | 70 | $3,067 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 175 | 38 | $155,934 |
| Clopidogrel (Clopidogrel Bisulfate) | Brand | 170 | 54 | $3,085 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 152 | 47 | $1,538 |
| Labetalol Hcl | Generic | 142 | 42 | $6,964 |
| Olmesartan Medoxomil | Generic | 140 | 40 | $4,439 |
| Clonidine Hcl | Generic | 127 | 38 | $1,778 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | Generic | 119 | 36 | $1,270 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 107 | 36 | $2,388 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Krishnamoorthy Vivekananthan's medical specialty?
Dr. Krishnamoorthy Vivekananthan practices Cardiovascular Disease Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Krishnamoorthy Vivekananthan practice?
Dr. Krishnamoorthy Vivekananthan practices at 13325 Hargrave RD Ste 100, Houston, TX 770704540. Office phone: 2814698007.
What is Dr. Krishnamoorthy Vivekananthan's NPI?
Dr. Krishnamoorthy Vivekananthan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972500932, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Krishnamoorthy Vivekananthan accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Krishnamoorthy Vivekananthan accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Krishnamoorthy Vivekananthan commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Evaluation of cardiac rhythm monitor system, remote up to 30 days (HCPCS 93298). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.