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NESTOR ESNAOLA MD
NPI 1013021666
Surgery - Surgical Oncology in Houston, TX

Active since August 19, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
6550 FANNIN ST STE 1501, HOUSTON, TX 77030(713) 441-5141(346) 238-0008 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 1, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 21, 2017, Mar 15, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Nestor Esnaola Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

NESTOR ESNAOLA MD (NPI 1013021666) is an individual surgical oncology provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD446554) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, and is a graduate of Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine (1993).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1013021666
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2086X0206X
Provider Legal NameNESTOR ESNAOLACredential: MD
Location Address6550 FANNIN ST STE 1501Houston, TX 77030-2743
Mailing Address6550 Fannin St Ste 1601Houston, TX 77030-2743 · (713) 441-5141
Fax(346) 238-0008
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSJohns Hopkins University School Of MedicineGraduated 1993
Enumeration DateAugust 19, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 1, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 1, 2026
NPI 1013021666 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtySurgery · Surgical OncologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2086X0206X
License Licensed in PA · MD446554
Definition

A surgical oncologist is a well-qualified surgeon who has obtained additional training and experience in the multidisciplinary approach to the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cancer patients, and devotes a major portion of his or her professional practice to these activities and cancer research.

Also ListedSurgeryTaxonomy 208600000X · License 27549 (SC)
6550 FANNIN ST STE 1501, Houston, TX 77030

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid275491SC

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Nestor Esnaola Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID6608834007
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180731003655
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 2

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the 2024 & 2026 CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
44 services44 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
25 services22 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Houston Methodist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450358
Location6565 FanninHouston, TX 77030 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Baytown, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450424
Location4401 Garth RoadBaytown, TX 77521 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Houston Methodist Sugarland Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Sugar Land, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450820
Location16655 Southwest FreewaySugar Land, TX 77479 · Fort Bend County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Houston Methodist West Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number670077
Location18500 Katy FreewayHouston, TX 77094 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · The Woodlands, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number670122
Location17201 Interstate 45 SouthThe Woodlands, TX 77385 · Montgomery County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77030 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$176.98 typical visit price
range $58.24 – $176.98
Typical copayment $44.24 (range $14.56 – $44.24)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$72.62 typical visit price
range $18.60 – $143.93
Typical copayment $18.15 (range $4.65 – $35.98)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 10

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
6550 FANNIN ST STE 1501
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Physician Assistant
6550 FANNIN ST STE 1501
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
6550 FANNIN ST STE 1501
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Nurse Practitioner
6550 FANNIN ST STE 1501
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Anesthesiology
6550 FANNIN ST STE 1501
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
6550 FANNIN ST STE 1501
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
6550 FANNIN ST STE 1501
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
6550 FANNIN ST STE 1501
HOUSTON, TX 77030

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1013021666, enumerated as an "individual" on August 19, 2006.

The provider is located at 6550 FANNIN ST STE 1501 HOUSTON, TX 77030 and the phone number is (713) 441-5141.

Surgery with taxonomy code 2086X0206X and a focus in Surgical Oncology.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Community Health Choice, Molina Healthcare,. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.

Nestor Esnaola is affiliated with: HOUSTON METHODIST HOSPITAL, HOUSTON METHODIST BAYTOWN HOSPITAL, HOUSTON METHODIST SUGARLAND HOSPITAL, HOUSTON METHODIST WEST HOSPITAL and HOUSTON METHODIST THE WOODLANDS HOSPITAL.