Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Vanitha Bala, M.D.
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Internal Medicine Physician · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · Shenandoah, TX
- NPI 1386662351
- Accepts Medicare
- 34 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 3 states
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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111 Vision Park Blvd, Ste 150
Shenandoah, TX 773843002
(936) 321-0033
fax (936) 321-0032 - Mailing address
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Po Box 130894
The Woodlands, TX 77393
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 3, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 1992 — 34 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State licenses (3)
- Texas #Q0405 · Georgia #055919 · Virginia #0116022282
- Medicaid
- TX #345954701
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1386662351. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
830
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$103,002
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 259 | 80 | $116 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 213 | 144 | $121 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 93 | 90 | $127 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 85 | 84 | $158 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 52 | 52 | $107 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 37 | 36 | $84 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 34 | 33 | $94 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 30 | 30 | $238 | |
43235 |
Diagnostic exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 14 | 13 | $105 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 13 | 13 | $109 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in Shenandoah Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 84. This provider delivers 9.9× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,757
Transactions
31
Manufacturers
12
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 5 | $341.19 | |
| Novo Nordisk INC | 3 | $275.91 | |
| Phathom Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 5 | $189.31 | |
| Madrigal Pharmaceuticals | 2 | $184.63 | |
| Qol Medical, LLC | 2 | $179.42 | |
| Medtronic, INC. | 1 | $159.47 | |
| Dexcom, INC. | 1 | $142.44 | |
| Ardelyx, INC. | 4 | $141.79 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., INC. | 2 | $40.32 | |
| Celgene Corporation | 2 | $35.27 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, A Division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 2 | $34.18 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 2 | $33.32 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
897
Patients
475
Total drug cost
$99,181
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 378 | 174 | $5,449 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 81 | 57 | $1,740 |
| Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf (Sodium, Potassium,Mag Sulfates) | Brand | 76 | 76 | $6,199 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 64 | 31 | $834 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 59 | 40 | $2,544 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 54 | 29 | $562 |
| Dexlansoprazole Dr (Dexlansoprazole) | Brand | 38 | 12 | $17,221 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 34 | 12 | $32,470 |
| Cholestyramine Light (Cholestyramine/Aspartame) | Brand | 31 | 19 | $3,776 |
| Clenpiq (Sod Picosulf/Mag Ox/Citric Ac) | Brand | 25 | 25 | $4,380 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Vanitha Bala's medical specialty?
Dr. Vanitha Bala practices Gastroenterology Physician in Shenandoah, TX.
Where does Dr. Vanitha Bala practice?
Dr. Vanitha Bala practices at 111 Vision Park Blvd, Shenandoah, TX 773843002. Office phone: 9363210033.
What is Dr. Vanitha Bala's NPI?
Dr. Vanitha Bala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1386662351, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Vanitha Bala accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Vanitha Bala accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Vanitha Bala commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making (HCPCS 99222). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.