Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Vijay Koka, MD
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Pasadena, TX
- NPI 1144423922
- Accepts Medicare
- 30 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
3333 Bayshore Blvd, Suite 270
Pasadena, TX 775041988
(713) 947-9509
fax (713) 947-6286 - Mailing address
-
8876 Gulf Freeway, Suite 215
Houston, TX 770176650
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 23, 2012
- Year of graduation
- 1996 — 30 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #M0132
- Medicaid (2)
- TX #188711901 · TX #188711902
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1144423922. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
797
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$193,657
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
90960 |
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 380 | 106 | $347 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 112 | 98 | $86 | |
90961 |
Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 92 | 56 | $293 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 77 | 56 | $122 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 42 | 31 | $80 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 25 | 25 | $114 | |
90935 |
Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation | 21 | 13 | $72 | |
90962 |
Dialysis services, 1 physician visit per month (20 years or older) | 17 | 14 | $204 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 16 | 16 | $132 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 15 | 15 | $169 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Pasadena Nephrology Physician, average services per provider: 79. This provider delivers 10× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$480
Transactions
21
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 7 | $198.41 | |
| Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, INC. | 6 | $115.43 | |
| Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals INC. | 3 | $73.57 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 2 | $37.39 | |
| Fresenius USA Marketing, INC. | 2 | $30.11 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 1 | $24.68 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,535
Patients
825
Total drug cost
$1,057,753
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Furosemide | Generic | 375 | 129 | $2,999 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 347 | 114 | $3,734 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | Generic | 305 | 102 | $153,326 |
| Farxiga (Dapagliflozin Propanediol) | Brand | 254 | 62 | $179,473 |
| Terazosin Hcl | Generic | 156 | 62 | $3,630 |
| Lokelma (Sodium Zirconium Cyclosilicate) | Brand | 136 | 47 | $121,553 |
| Jardiance (Empagliflozin) | Brand | 135 | 44 | $96,310 |
| Spironolactone | Generic | 128 | 39 | $969 |
| Veltassa (Patiromer Calcium Sorbitex) | Brand | 123 | 32 | $162,383 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 115 | 45 | $1,059 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Vijay Koka's medical specialty?
Dr. Vijay Koka practices Nephrology Physician in Pasadena, TX.
Where does Dr. Vijay Koka practice?
Dr. Vijay Koka practices at 3333 Bayshore Blvd, Pasadena, TX 775041988. Office phone: 7139479509.
What is Dr. Vijay Koka's NPI?
Dr. Vijay Koka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1144423922, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Vijay Koka accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Vijay Koka accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Vijay Koka commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) (HCPCS 90960); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older) (HCPCS 90961). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.