Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Vijayalakshmi Padmanabhan, MD
Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician (CMS: Pathology) · Houston, TX
- NPI 1376579078
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 79.3 / 100 · 2023
- 38 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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6565 Fannin St
Houston, TX 770302703
(713) 394-6450
fax (314) 362-0369 - Mailing address
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Po Box 4701
Houston, TX 772104701
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 3, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1988 — 38 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207ZP0102X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #Q5889
- Medicaid
- MO #200090686
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1376579078. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,822
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$68,363
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
88112 |
Cell examination of specimen, selective cellular enhancement technique | 405 | 355 | $27 | |
88305 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity | 347 | 241 | $35 | |
88341 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure | 318 | 83 | $28 | |
88173 |
Evaluation of fine needle aspirate with interpretation and report | 192 | 143 | $69 | |
88108 |
Cell examination of specimen, concentration technique | 133 | 113 | $22 | |
88172 |
Evaluation of fine needle aspirate | 120 | 88 | $35 | |
88342 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure | 96 | 89 | $34 | |
88331 |
Pathology examination of specimen during surgery, first tissue block | 53 | 16 | $46 | |
88312 |
Special stained specimen slides to identify organisms including interpretation and report | 52 | 43 | $27 | |
88307 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity | 41 | 27 | $75 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 115 peers in Houston Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician, average services per provider: 169. This provider delivers 11× the peer median.Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Vijayalakshmi Padmanabhan's medical specialty?
Dr. Vijayalakshmi Padmanabhan practices Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Vijayalakshmi Padmanabhan practice?
Dr. Vijayalakshmi Padmanabhan practices at 6565 Fannin St, Houston, TX 770302703. Office phone: 7133946450.
What is Dr. Vijayalakshmi Padmanabhan's NPI?
Dr. Vijayalakshmi Padmanabhan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1376579078, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Vijayalakshmi Padmanabhan accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Vijayalakshmi Padmanabhan accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Vijayalakshmi Padmanabhan commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Cell examination of specimen, selective cellular enhancement technique (HCPCS 88112); Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity (HCPCS 88305); Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure (HCPCS 88341). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.