Dr. Ara Vaporciyan, M.D.
Thoracic Surgery
20+
Years in Practice
Available
Telehealth
Practice Locations
4 locations
Physicians Referral Service
1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, Texas, 77030
Physicians Referral Service
1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, Texas, 77030
(713) 792-2121
Texas Childrens Physician Group
6701 Fannin St, Houston, Texas, 77030
(832) 824-1000
Physicians Referral Service
1840 Old Spanish Trl, Houston, Texas, 77054
(866) 632-5782
About Dr. Ara Vaporciyan
Ara Vaporciyan, M.D. is a healthcare provider practicing in Houston, TX.
Specialty Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
37
Years Experience
4
Locations
1
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Primary Specialty
Thoracic SurgeryCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
University Of Michigan Medical School
Class of 1989
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 1 state
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | K4283 | Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Ara Vaporciyan
With 20 years of practice, Dr. Ara Vaporciyan is an established thoracic surgery provider, M.D., after earning their medical degree at University Of Michigan Medical School in 1989. Dr. currently practices across 4 facilities, including Physicians Referral Service in Houston, Texas. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1114013091, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Dr. Ara Vaporciyan as a lower-volume thoracic surgery provider, treating approximately 83 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 156 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. Ara Vaporciyan received $3K in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$3K
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
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Thoracic Surgery Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 77030
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Ara Vaporciyan
What does Dr. Ara Vaporciyan specialize in?
Dr. Ara Vaporciyan specializes in Thoracic Surgery.
Where does Dr. Ara Vaporciyan practice?
Dr. Ara Vaporciyan practices at Physicians Referral Service in Houston, Texas. Dr. is also affiliated with 3 additional facilities, listed below.
Does Dr. Ara Vaporciyan accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Ara Vaporciyan accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 83 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. Ara Vaporciyan's NPI number?
Dr. Ara Vaporciyan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1114013091. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. Ara Vaporciyan been practicing?
Dr. Ara Vaporciyan has approximately 20 years of practice experience, having graduated from University Of Michigan Medical School in 1989.