Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Vivek Kushwaha, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Houston, TX
- NPI 1982681730
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 70.1 / 100 · 2023
- 35 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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18885 Katy Fwy
Houston, TX 770941103
(281) 829-2000
fax (888) 355-5052 - Additional location
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2600 North Loop W Ste 100
Houston, TX 770928915
(713) 650-6900 - Mailing address
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Po Box 207
Houston, TX 770010207
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- December 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 30, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1991 — 35 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207XS0117X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #K3290
- Medicaid
- TX #103606301
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1982681730. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,072
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$168,099
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 457 | 208 | $124 | |
72100 |
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views | 251 | 143 | $40 | |
72040 |
X-ray of upper spine, 2-3 views | 92 | 54 | $39 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 76 | 76 | $167 | |
22853 |
Insertion of cage or mesh device to spine bone and disc space during spine fusion | 54 | 32 | $254 | |
72080 |
X-ray of middle and lower spine, 2 views | 46 | 17 | $35 | |
72148 |
Mri scan of lower spinal canal without contrast | 22 | 22 | $183 | |
22842 |
Placement of stabilizing device to back, 3-6 spine bone segments | 21 | 19 | $757 | |
22633 |
Fusion of spine in lower back with partial removal of spine bone and disc | 20 | 20 | $1,874 | |
22634 |
Fusion of additional segment of spine with partial removal of spine bone and disc | 19 | 12 | $456 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in this city , average services per provider: 73. This provider delivers 15× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$2,597
Transactions
21
Manufacturers
7
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Providence Medical Technology, Inc. | 11 | $1,257.44 | |
| SPINEART USA INC | 2 | $698.77 | |
| SI-BONE, INC. | 2 | $175.67 | |
| Clariance, Inc. | 1 | $141.85 | |
| Heron Therapeutics, Inc. | 2 | $141.52 | |
| Medtronic, Inc. | 1 | $137.51 | |
| Abbott Laboratories | 2 | $44.19 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,223
Patients
388
Total drug cost
$14,126
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | Generic | 281 | 104 | $1,716 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 224 | 49 | $2,773 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 119 | 39 | $1,619 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 109 | 34 | $1,071 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 93 | 0 | $827 |
| Acetaminophen-Codeine (Acetaminophen With Codeine) | Brand | 89 | 24 | $2,693 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 85 | 62 | $935 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 80 | 51 | $744 |
| Carisoprodol | Generic | 61 | 0 | $578 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 46 | 14 | $682 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Vivek Kushwaha's medical specialty?
Dr. Vivek Kushwaha practices Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Vivek Kushwaha practice?
Dr. Vivek Kushwaha practices at 18885 Katy Fwy, Houston, TX 770941103. Office phone: 2818292000.
What is Dr. Vivek Kushwaha's NPI?
Dr. Vivek Kushwaha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982681730, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Vivek Kushwaha accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Vivek Kushwaha accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Vivek Kushwaha commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views (HCPCS 72100); X-ray of upper spine, 2-3 views (HCPCS 72040). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.