Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Biresh Kumar, MD
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Hospitalist Physician · Waco, TX
- NPI 1558341909
- Accepts Medicare
- 33 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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5940 Crosslake Pkwy
Waco, TX 767126986
(254) 666-2999
fax (254) 666-6000
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 22, 2014
- Year of graduation
- 1993 — 33 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Texas #N5169 · Michigan #4301065642
- Medicaid
- MI #4785962
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1558341909. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,372
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$225,855
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 304 | 225 | $104 | |
90960 |
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 296 | 91 | $338 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 201 | 89 | $76 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 141 | 113 | $80 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 107 | 56 | $114 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 73 | 66 | $167 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 50 | 44 | $125 | |
90966 |
Home dialysis services per month (20 years or older) | 44 | 17 | $281 | |
90935 |
Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation | 40 | 33 | $69 | |
90961 |
Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 36 | 30 | $281 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in this city , average services per provider: 87. This provider delivers 16× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$203
Transactions
6
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| NXSTAGE MEDICAL, INC. | 1 | $69.79 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 1 | $31.14 | |
| Travere Therapeutics, Inc. | 1 | $29.90 | |
| Aurinia Pharma U.S., Inc. | 1 | $29.15 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP | 1 | $23.45 | |
| Vifor Pharma, Inc. | 1 | $19.41 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
289
Patients
59
Total drug cost
$83,385
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sevelamer Carbonate | Generic | 73 | 27 | $19,504 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 56 | 20 | $402 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 42 | 12 | $153 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 28 | 0 | $136 |
| Velphoro (Sucroferric Oxyhydroxide) | Brand | 27 | 0 | $62,586 |
| Chlorthalidone | Generic | 18 | 0 | $128 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | Generic | 17 | 0 | $55 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | Generic | 15 | 0 | $254 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 13 | 0 | $167 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Biresh Kumar's medical specialty?
Dr. Biresh Kumar practices Nephrology Physician in Waco, TX.
Where does Dr. Biresh Kumar practice?
Dr. Biresh Kumar practices at 5940 Crosslake Pkwy, Waco, TX 767126986. Office phone: 2546662999.
What is Dr. Biresh Kumar's NPI?
Dr. Biresh Kumar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558341909, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Biresh Kumar accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Biresh Kumar accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Biresh Kumar commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) (HCPCS 90960); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.