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Neurology

Arjun Tarakad, MD

Works at hospitals in Houston, TX · Texas

Summary

Arjun Tarakad, MD (Neurology) is listed by Medicare at 2 hospitals in Houston, TX. NPI 1962793661. Medicare data says the clinician accepts Medicare assignment. Source: CMS Facility Affiliation Data, updated 2026-10-02.

From official Medicare data

This page shows what Medicare's official clinician data says about Arjun Tarakad, joined by NPI number (data updated 2026-10-02). It is not a recommendation or a rating. Call the office or hospital to confirm before you go.

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At a glance

NeurologyPrimary specialty
YesAccepts Medicare assignment
YesOffers telehealth
15Years since medical school (graduated 2011)
University Of Texas Medical School At HoustonMedical school
MaleGender (as listed)
Baylor College of MedicineGroup practice (+1 more)

Quick answers

Which hospitals does Arjun Tarakad work at?
Medicare's official clinician data lists Arjun Tarakad at 2 hospitals: Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center and Houston Methodist West Hospital. This is where the clinician works or has privileges; call the hospital to confirm.
Where does Arjun Tarakad see patients?
Medicare's clinician data lists 2 practice locations, including Houston, TX. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
What is Arjun Tarakad's specialty?
Medicare lists Neurology as the primary specialty.
Does Arjun Tarakad accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Arjun Tarakad accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of 2026-10-02. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
Does Arjun Tarakad offer telehealth?
Medicare's clinician data says Arjun Tarakad offers telehealth services. Ask the office which visits can be done by video or phone.
What is the phone number for Arjun Tarakad?
(713) 873-2000, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
What is Arjun Tarakad's NPI number?
1962793661. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.

Hospitals where Arjun Tarakad works

Medicare's Facility Affiliation Data lists Arjun Tarakad at these hospitals (updated 2026-10-02). Each hospital page shows its address, phone, emergency services, Medicare rating and all its clinicians.

Practice locations

Addresses where Arjun Tarakad is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

Group practices

Medicare enrollment lists Arjun Tarakad as a member of these groups (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

  • Baylor College of Medicine1,240 clinicians in the group
  • Baylor College of Medicine809 clinicians in the group

Specialties

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Other neurologists in Houston

Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Houston, TX — not a recommendation.

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Clinician information

CredentialMD
Medical schoolUniversity Of Texas Medical School At Houston
Graduation year2011
Gender (as listed)Male
Medicare assignmentAccepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment)
TelehealthOffers telehealth services
NPI (National Provider Identifier)1962793661
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Sources

  1. Facility Affiliation Data — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
  2. National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
  3. NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
  4. Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians