Babu Makkena, MD
Interventional Cardiology Internal Medicine
Babu Makkena is an Interventional Cardiology Internal Medicine specialist based in Denton, TX with over 25 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Patients across TX can see Babu Makkena, MD in person in Denton or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston (class of 2001), he has been practicing for over 25 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and ischemic_heart (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 91.93/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 88% of MIPS-scored doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1565dNPPES updated 2022-02-09 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Texas Medical Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 88% of doctors in Texas on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
202391.93/100
Texas avg: 79.1 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.3 pts)
Better than 88% of MIPS-scored doctors in TexasHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
1,135
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
785
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
6,688
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $825k
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 Ischemic Heart Disease.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+25%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+20%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$6.9k received from industry
60 transactions reported in 2024 ·High 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 Babu Makkena's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2001
University of Texas Medical Branch
25 years in practice
Experienced
An area of medicine within the subspecialty of cardiology, which uses specialized imaging and other diagnostic techniques to evaluate blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and chambers of the heart and uses technical procedures and medications to treat abnormalities that impair the function of the cardiovascular system.
Taxonomy: 207RI0011X
Education & Training
University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston (Class of 2001)
Mailing address
6565 N Macarthur Blvd Suite 1070, Irving, TX 75039-2490
Differs from practice location
Virtual Interventional Cardiology Care With Babu Makkena
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Babu Makkena for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Denton 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 Babu Makkena
Dr. Makkena is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Denton, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (504) 304-8326.
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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Contact Babu Makkena
Practice Location
3537 S I 35 E Suite 200, Denton, TX 76210-6800
Mailing Address
6565 N Macarthur Blvd Suite 1070, Irving, TX 75039-2490
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