Veena Basava, M.D
Veena Basava is a Pain Medicine Anesthesiology specialist based in Sugar Land, TX with over 22 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: PAIN MANAGEMENT
Patients across TX can see Veena Basava, M.D in person in Sugar Land or via virtual visit — no travel required. She has been practicing since 2010 — over 22 years. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 87% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1068dNPPES updated 2023-06-20 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Texas Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
800 Bonaventure Way Ste 119, Sugar Land, TX 77479-8005
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202368.35/100
Texas avg: 79.1 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-15.3 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better59.88%
Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+54.8 pts)
59.88% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better94.7%
Texas avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+11.9 pts)
Better than 87% of reporting doctors in TexasHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
274
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
367
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,091
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $83k
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
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — 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 (+2%) — 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 (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$544 received from industry
15 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 Veena Basava's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Jul 11, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
22 years in practice
Experienced
An anesthesiologist who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic and/or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs are also coordinated with other specialists.
Taxonomy: 207LP2900X
Virtual Pain Medicine Care With Veena Basava
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Veena Basava for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Sugar Land 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 Veena Basava
NPI records show Dr. Basava as active with telehealth listed in Sugar Land, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (832) 730-7246.
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 Veena Basava
Practice Location
800 Bonaventure Way Ste 119, Sugar Land, TX 77479-8005
Mailing Address
800 Bonaventure Way Ste 119, Sugar Land, TX 77479-8005
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