Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Shankar Gopinath, MD

Neurological Surgery Physician (CMS: Neurosurgery) · Houston, TX

  • NPI 1316027667
  • Accepts Medicare
  • MIPS 77.8 / 100 · 2023
  • 47 yrs in practice
  • Male
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
1504 Taub Loop
Houston, TX 770301608
(713) 873-8890
fax (713) 873-8898
Mailing address
2 Greenway Plz, Suite 910
Houston, TX 770460297

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
Profile last updated
February 27, 2008
Year of graduation
1979 — 47 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
207T00000X — NUCC code
State license (1)
Texas #41389
Medicaid
TX #160695601

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1316027667. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Open Payments

Industry payments received

CMS Open Payments
All-time total
$129
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
2
Payer (manufacturer) Industry Txns Amount
Globus Medical, Inc. 3 $85.56
Integra LifeSciences Corporation 1 $42.96

By nature of payment

Food and Beverage
$129

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Shankar Gopinath's medical specialty?
Dr. Shankar Gopinath practices Neurological Surgery Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Shankar Gopinath practice?
Dr. Shankar Gopinath practices at 1504 Taub Loop, Houston, TX 770301608. Office phone: 7138738890.
What is Dr. Shankar Gopinath's NPI?
Dr. Shankar Gopinath's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316027667, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Shankar Gopinath accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Shankar Gopinath accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.