Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Periyanan Vaduganathan, M.D.
Cardiovascular Disease Physician (CMS: Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology)) · Houston, TX
- NPI 1518962588
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 44 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
11914 Astoria Blvd, Ste 100
Houston, TX 770896046
(281) 481-5444
fax (281) 481-5460
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 20, 2011
- Year of graduation
- 1982 — 44 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RC0000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #J7240
- Medicaid
- TX #148398401
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1518962588. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,900
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$466,702
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 1,320 | 302 | $131 | |
93306 |
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function | 288 | 281 | $187 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 272 | 92 | $81 | |
93042 |
Electrocardiogram (ecg) 1 to 3 leads with review by physician only | 245 | 105 | $7 | |
A9500 |
Technetium tc-99m sestamibi, diagnostic, per study dose | 147 | 139 | $159 | |
93000 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report | 145 | 117 | $14 | |
78452 |
Nuclear medicine studies of heart muscle at rest and with stress and spect | 144 | 143 | $439 | |
G0506 |
Comprehensive assessment of and care planning for patients requiring chronic care management services (list separately in addition to primary monthly care management service) | 143 | 143 | $63 | |
93880 |
Ultrasound of both sides of head and neck blood flow | 141 | 141 | $154 | |
96374 |
Injection of drug or substance into vein | 141 | 140 | $38 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 118 peers in Houston Cardiovascular Disease Physician, average services per provider: 144. This provider delivers 27× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$774
Transactions
36
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 10 | $195.01 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 5 | $130.15 | |
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 4 | $78.89 | |
| Zoll Services LLC (A/K/A Zoll LifeCor Corp) | 3 | $68.22 | |
| Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, INC. | 2 | $39.92 | |
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 1 | $39.06 | |
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 2 | $38.28 | |
| Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 2 | $32.95 | |
| Edwards Lifesciences Corporation | 1 | $26.88 | |
| Janssen Pharmaceuticals, INC | 1 | $25.00 | |
| Novo Nordisk INC | 1 | $22.96 | |
| Agepha Pharma Fz LLC | 1 | $21.62 | |
| Amgen INC. | 1 | $19.68 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 1 | $18.12 | |
| Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals International, Plc | 1 | $17.42 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
3,919
Patients
1,177
Total drug cost
$426,543
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 481 | 155 | $6,622 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 478 | 138 | $8,671 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 355 | 85 | $380,053 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 341 | 111 | $3,436 |
| Warfarin Sodium | Generic | 284 | 23 | $1,650 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 259 | 91 | $2,239 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 246 | 84 | $3,499 |
| Clopidogrel (Clopidogrel Bisulfate) | Brand | 237 | 82 | $4,429 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 201 | 66 | $1,320 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | Generic | 193 | 66 | $4,506 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Periyanan Vaduganathan's medical specialty?
Dr. Periyanan Vaduganathan practices Cardiovascular Disease Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Periyanan Vaduganathan practice?
Dr. Periyanan Vaduganathan practices at 11914 Astoria Blvd, Houston, TX 770896046. Office phone: 2814815444.
What is Dr. Periyanan Vaduganathan's NPI?
Dr. Periyanan Vaduganathan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518962588, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Periyanan Vaduganathan accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Periyanan Vaduganathan accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Periyanan Vaduganathan commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function (HCPCS 93306); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.