Selvi Lingam, M.D
Patients across TX can see Selvi Lingam, M.D in person in The Woodlands or via virtual visit — no travel required. With 25+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the The Woodlands area. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 24% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Uses generic medications more than 49% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1155dNPPES updated 2023-03-07 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
17183 I 45 S Ste 110, The Woodlands, TX 77385-3313
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.42%
Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.7 pts)
3.42% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better87.5%
Texas avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+4.7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in TexasHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
288
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
263
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
819
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $708k
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 (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+29%) — 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 (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.7k received from industry
68 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 Selvi Lingam's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Mar 6, 2023
CMS-verified certification date
25 years in practice
Experienced
An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
Taxonomy: 207RH0003X
Mailing address
6550 Fannin St #901, Houston, TX 77030
Differs from practice location
Virtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Selvi Lingam
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Selvi Lingam for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to The Woodlands 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 Selvi Lingam
NPI records show Dr. Lingam as active with telehealth listed in The Woodlands, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (936) 270-3413.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Selvi Lingam
Practice Location
17183 I 45 S Ste 110, The Woodlands, TX 77385-3313
Mailing Address
6550 Fannin St #901, Houston, TX 77030
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