Arjun Tarakad
Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology
Arjun Tarakad is a Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Houston, TX with over 15 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Arjun Tarakad has practiced psychiatry & neurology for 15+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from University of Texas Medical School at Houston in 2011 and has 15+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and parkinson (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 84.06/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 35% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Federal MIPS score higher than 64% of MIPS-scored doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Texas, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202384.06/100
Texas avg: 79.1 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+0.5 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in TexasHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.87%
Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.2 pts)
1.87% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better74.4%
Texas avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-8.4 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
328
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
435
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,105
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $3.22M
Percentile rankings compared against 4,889 reporting peers in Texas.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Parkinson's Disease.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
A progressive nervous system disorder affecting movement and coordination
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$560 received from industry
5 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Arjun Tarakad's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2011
Mcgovern Medical School at Uthealth Houston
Board certified · Feb 11, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
15 years in practice
Experienced
Neurologists diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, migraines, neuropathy, and dementia.
Taxonomy: 2084N0400X
Education & Training
University of Texas Medical School at Houston (Class of 2011)
Mailing address
7200 Cambridge St Fl 9, Houston, TX 77030-4202
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Arjun Tarakad
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Arjun Tarakad for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Houston required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Arjun Tarakad
Dr. Tarakad is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Houston, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (713) 873-8890.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
1504 Taub Loop, Houston, TX 77030-1608
Mailing Address
7200 Cambridge St Fl 9, Houston, TX 77030-4202
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