Padma Rao Chimata, M.D.
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Padma Rao Chimata is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Katy, TX with over 27 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: GERIATRIC MEDICINE, INTERNAL MEDICINE
With over 27 years in internal medicine, Padma Rao Chimata, M.D. is a long-established rheumatologist in Katy. She has been in practice for 27+ years. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 96.19/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 32% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Federal MIPS score higher than 93% of MIPS-scored doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1423dNPPES updated 2022-06-30 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Texas Medical Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 93% of doctors in Texas on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202396.19/100
Texas avg: 79.1 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12.6 pts)
Top 7% of MIPS-scored doctors in TexasHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.15%
Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.9 pts)
2.15% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
598
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
796
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
5,350
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2.38M
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 Arthritis.
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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+44%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ 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 (-8%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$8.4k received from industry
126 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 Padma Rao Chimata's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Jun 28, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
27 years in practice
Experienced
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Padma Rao Chimata
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Padma Rao Chimata for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Katy 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 Padma Rao Chimata
NPI records show Dr. Chimata as active with telehealth listed in Katy, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (281) 578-7438.
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 Padma Rao Chimata
Practice Location
402 Park Grove Drive, Katy, TX 77450-1571
Mailing Address
402 Park Grove Drive, Katy, TX 77450-1571
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