Dr. Muralikrishna V. Chelikani
- Gender: Male
- Experience: 29 years
- Graduation year: 1992
- Sole propriator: No
- NPI: 1083814545
Dr. Muralikrishna V. Chelikani M.D.
Pulmonologist
He is located at 13300 Hargrave Road Suite 230 in Houston, TX 77070. Can help patients with the following: Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), Asbestosis, Cryptococcosis, Emphysema, Sarcoidosis, Sleep Disorders. His National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083814545. Appointment can be made via the phone number (281) 357-0111. He also has a website where you can get more information. The website can be found at https://www.houstonmethodist.org/doctor/muralikrishna-chelikani. He is affiliated with 1 practices and 1 hospitals.
Conditions treated
Dr. Muralikrishna V. Chelikani, being an pulmonologist, treats the following conditions. Please be advised that this list may not be complete. For the full list of conditions treated, consult directly with Dr. Muralikrishna V. Chelikani.
- Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
- Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
- Asbestosis
- Asphyxia
- Asthma
- Blood Clots
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchitis
- Burns
- Chronic Cough
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Collapsed Lung
- Cryptococcosis
- Cystic Fibrosis (CF)
- Dehydration
- Embolism
- Emphysema
- Heart Disease
- Hyperkalemia
- Hyperthermia
- Hypothermia
- Low Blood Pressure
- Low Potassium
- Lung Cancer
- Malnutrition
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleurisy
- Pneumonia
- Pulmonary Aspiration
- Pulmonary Edema
- Pulmonary Embolism (PE)
- Pulmonary Fibrosis (PF)
- Pulmonary Hypertension (PH)
- Rhabdomyolysis
- Sarcoidosis
- Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Disorders
- Smoking and Quitting Smoking
- Tuberculosis (TB)
ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks
Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. Muralikrishna V. Chelikani as in-network for the following 2026 plans.
Health plans
Community Health Choice
Network data as of Jan 28, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 8 plans from Community Health Choice
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Premier Gold 005 (No deductible for PCP, Specialist, Urgent Care & Generics, $0 PCP 24/7 Virtual Care Options) | HMO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Community Premier Gold 005 (No deductible for PCP, Specialist, Urgent Care & Generics, $0 PCP 24/7 Virtual Care Options) | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Community Premier Gold 021 (No deductible for PCP, Specialist, Urgent Care & Generics, $0 PCP 24/7 Virtual Care Options) | HMO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Community Premier Gold 021 (No deductible for PCP, Specialist, Urgent Care & Generics, $0 PCP 24/7 Virtual Care Options) | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Community Premier Silver 012 (No deductible for PCP, Urgent Care & Generics, $0 PCP 24/7 Virtual Care Options) | HMO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Community Premier Silver 012 (No deductible for PCP, Urgent Care & Generics, $0 PCP 24/7 Virtual Care Options) | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Community Premier Silver 020 (No deductible for PCP, Specialist, Urgent Care & Generics, $0 PCP 24/7 Virtual Care Options) | HMO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Community Premier Silver 020 (No deductible for PCP, Specialist, Urgent Care & Generics, $0 PCP 24/7 Virtual Care Options) | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
WellPoint
Network data as of Sep 10, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 21 plans from WellPoint
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wellpoint Essential Bronze 4000 HSA (+ Incentives) | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Wellpoint Essential Bronze 6000 ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Wellpoint Essential Bronze 6000 Adult Dental/Vision ($0 Virtual PCP+$0 Select Drugs) | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Wellpoint Essential Bronze 7500 Standard ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Wellpoint Essential Bronze POS 4500 ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) | POS · Expanded Bronze | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Wellpoint Essential Bronze POS 5500 ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) | POS · Expanded Bronze | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Wellpoint Essential Bronze POS 7500 Standard ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) | POS · Expanded Bronze | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Wellpoint Essential Catastrophic (+ Incentives) | HMO · Catastrophic | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Wellpoint Essential Gold 1500 ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) | HMO · Gold | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Wellpoint Essential Gold 2000 Standard ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) | HMO · Gold | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Wellpoint Essential Gold 800 ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) | HMO · Gold | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Wellpoint Essential Gold POS 1000 ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) | POS · Gold | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Wellpoint Essential Gold POS 2000 Standard ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) | POS · Gold | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Wellpoint Essential Gold POS 700 ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) | POS · Gold | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Wellpoint Essential Silver 1850 ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) | HMO · Silver | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Wellpoint Essential Silver 3500 ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) | HMO · Silver | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Wellpoint Essential Silver 3500 Adult Dental/Vision ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) | HMO · Silver | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Wellpoint Essential Silver 6000 Standard ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) | HMO · Silver | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Wellpoint Essential Silver POS 2500 ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) | POS · Silver | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Wellpoint Essential Silver POS 4000 ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) | POS · Silver | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Wellpoint Essential Silver POS 6000 Standard ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) | POS · Silver | Participating | Accepting new patients |
This covers ACA Marketplace plans only, as reported by each insurer. It does not include employer, Medicare Advantage, or state-run exchange plans, and a plan missing from this list does not mean Dr. Muralikrishna V. Chelikani is out of network. Insurer directories can be out of date, so always confirm with the insurer and the office before your visit.
Medicare Enrollment
Dr. Muralikrishna V. Chelikani is enrolled to bill Medicare as a Practitioner - Critical Care (intensivists) (also registered under: Practitioner - Pulmonary Disease) .
Bills through: Tmh Physician Associates Pllc
Based on Medicare's public enrollment records as of Jul 17, 2026. This reflects Medicare fee-for-service enrollment only and says nothing about other insurance, quality, outcomes, or board certification.
Payments received
Drug payment
| GlaxoSmithKline | $166 |
| Actelion Pharmaceuticals | $125 |
| Boehringer Ingelheim | $101 |
Other
| Food and Beverage | $636 |
Studies
Graduated in 1992Other ways to reach out
- Website: https://www.houstonmethodist.org/doctor/muralikrishna-chelikani
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- Critical Care Specialist
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Questions & Answers
What conditions does Dr. Muralikrishna V. Chelikani treat?
Dr. Muralikrishna V. Chelikani provides treatment for Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), Asbestosis, Cryptococcosis, Emphysema, Sarcoidosis, Sleep Disorders. For the full list see this list.
Does Dr. Muralikrishna V. Chelikani have affiliation with practices?
Dr. Muralikrishna V. Chelikani is affiliated with 1960 Eye Surgeons PA.
Does Dr. Muralikrishna V. Chelikani accept insurance?
Dr. Muralikrishna V. Chelikani is listed in-network for 29 ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plans from Community Health Choice, WellPoint. See the Marketplace plans section for details.
Has Dr. Muralikrishna V. Chelikani affiliation with hospitals?
Dr. Muralikrishna V. Chelikani is affiliated with HOUSTON METHODIST WILLOWBROOK HOSPITAL.
Where can you meet with Dr. Muralikrishna V. Chelikani?
Dr. Muralikrishna V. Chelikani's office is located at 13300 Hargrave Road Suite 230 in Houston, TX 77070.