Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Palur Balakrishnan, MD
Cardiovascular Disease Physician (CMS: Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology)) · Houston, TX
- NPI 1679508485
- Accepts Medicare
- 59 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
11914 Astoria Blvd, Suite 410
Houston, TX 770896064
(281) 484-8339
fax (281) 484-2179
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 1, 2012
- Year of graduation
- 1967 — 59 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RC0000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #F5827
- Medicaid
- TX #130834803
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1679508485. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,476
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$101,648
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 361 | 289 | $8 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 280 | 109 | $127 | |
93000 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report | 234 | 92 | $14 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 125 | 36 | $80 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 121 | 32 | $120 | |
93306 |
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function | 71 | 64 | $68 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 43 | 37 | $174 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 40 | 39 | $8 | |
93306 |
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function | 38 | 37 | $174 | |
93880 |
Ultrasound of both sides of head and neck blood flow | 27 | 27 | $188 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 118 peers in Houston Cardiovascular Disease Physician, average services per provider: 144. This provider delivers 10× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$357
Transactions
5
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penumbra, INC. | 2 | $292.37 | |
| Zoll Services LLC (A/K/A Zoll LifeCor Corp) | 2 | $41.50 | |
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 1 | $22.75 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,151
Patients
365
Total drug cost
$137,867
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clopidogrel (Clopidogrel Bisulfate) | Brand | 167 | 55 | $2,941 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | Generic | 147 | 50 | $1,252 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 128 | 49 | $1,851 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 104 | 37 | $819 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 98 | 30 | $1,948 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 68 | 23 | $749 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 67 | 21 | $869 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 66 | 17 | $72,624 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 63 | 20 | $1,024 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 52 | 22 | $404 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Palur Balakrishnan's medical specialty?
Dr. Palur Balakrishnan practices Cardiovascular Disease Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Palur Balakrishnan practice?
Dr. Palur Balakrishnan practices at 11914 Astoria Blvd, Houston, TX 770896064. Office phone: 2814848339.
What is Dr. Palur Balakrishnan's NPI?
Dr. Palur Balakrishnan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679508485, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Palur Balakrishnan accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Palur Balakrishnan accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Palur Balakrishnan commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only (HCPCS 93010); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report (HCPCS 93000). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.