DR. LEROY L STERLING
NPI 1023018165
Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease in Houston, TX

Q: What is Leroy Sterling's NPI number?

The NPI number for Leroy Sterling is 1023018165. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 29, 2005.

Q: What is Leroy Sterling's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Cardiovascular Disease, with taxonomy code 207RC0000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Leroy Sterling was last updated on March 12, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.

Active since July 29, 2005PECOS Enrolled

30/100

CMS Quality Rating

2000 CRAWFORD ST, STE 1700, HOUSTON, TX 77002(713) 622-4505(713) 877-0828 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 12, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

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About Dr. Leroy L Sterling NPPES

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

DR. LEROY L STERLING (NPI 1023018165) is an individual cardiovascular disease provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (G2233) and active in the NPI registry since July 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Broward Health Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Colorado School Of Medicine, Denver (1979).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1023018165

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RC0000X

Provider Legal NameDR. LEROY L STERLING

Location Address2000 CRAWFORD ST, STE 1700Houston, TX 77002-9000

Mailing AddressPo Box 25113Houston, TX 77265-5113 · (713) 622-4505 · Fax (713) 877-0828

Phone(713) 622-4505

Fax(713) 877-0828

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Colorado School Of Medicine, DenverGraduated 1979

Enumeration DateJuly 29, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateMarch 12, 2015

✔ NPI 1023018165 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RC0000X

License✔ Licensed in TX · G2233

Definition

An internist who specializes in diseases of the heart and blood vessels and manages complex cardiac conditions such as heart attacks and life-threatening, abnormal heartbeat rhythms.

2000 CRAWFORD ST, Houston, TX 77002

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Other Identifiers 6

Medicare UPINB26689TX

OtherG2233TX · Tx. State Bd. Of Med Exam

Medicaid127996003TX

Other45D0977371TX · Clia

Medicare PIN00D85HTX

Other8AJ373TX · Bluecross Blueshield

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. Leroy L Sterling is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID7012930217

PECOS Enrollment IDI20171108002201

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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Leroy Sterling reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Vi Government Hospital & Health Facilities Corp

2,070 mi

General Acute Care Hospital

9048 SUGAR EST
St Thomas, VI 00802

Reassigned Medicare billing, U.S. Virgin Islands enrollment
Medicare enrollment name: Vi Government Hospital And Health Facilities Corp
114 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1548712409 (340) 776-8311

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 14

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

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

619 services335 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232

Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.

427 services76 patients

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000

An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.

308 services278 patients

Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function 93306

This is a heart ultrasound, also known as an echocardiogram. It uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart, showing how blood flows through it. The color depicts the blood flow's speed and direction. It also checks the heart's valves to ensure they're working properly.

179 services176 patients

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

110 services97 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

74 services74 patients

Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) 93017

An exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with an ECG checks how your heart responds to stress. You'll either exercise on a treadmill or be given medication to stress your heart. An ECG then captures your heart's activity, helping detect any issues.

62 services61 patients

Evaluation of single, dual, multiple lead or leadless pacemaker system 93288

An evaluation of a pacemaker system examines how well your heart device is working. Single, dual, multiple lead, or leadless refers to the wires that deliver electrical pulses from the pacemaker to your heart. This check ensures your heart is receiving the right amount of support from the device.

56 services30 patients

Heart rhythm review, and interpretation of continous external ekg over more than 48 hours up to 7 days 93244

A heart rhythm review involves monitoring your heart's electrical activity for more than 48 hours up to 7 days. Using a device called an external EKG, doctors can track your heartbeats to detect irregularities and help diagnose heart conditions.

51 services47 patients

Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function 93306

43 services40 patients

Evaluation of single, dual, or multiple lead implantable defibrillator system 93289

This procedure evaluates your implantable defibrillator system, which helps regulate your heart rhythm. It can involve single, dual, or multiple lead systems. It's essential to ensure the device is working correctly and adjusting to your heart's needs.

39 services15 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.

39 services13 patients

Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239

Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.

36 services33 patients

Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes 99442

This is a service where you have a phone conversation with your doctor for 11-20 minutes. It's used for discussing health concerns, reviewing test results, or managing ongoing conditions. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without an in-person visit.

13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Broward Health Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Fort Lauderdale, FL

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number100039

Location1600 S Andrews AveFort Lauderdale, FL 33316 · Broward County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Roy Lester Schneider Hospital,the

Acute Care Hospitals · St Thomas, VI

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Local

CMS Certification Number480001

Location9048 Sugar EstateSt Thomas, VI 00801 · Saint Thomas Island County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77002 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

$134.06 typical visit price

range $58.24 – $176.98

Typical copayment $33.51 (range $14.56 – $44.24)

Most-billed visit code 99204

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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

30/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Individually scored

Quality

Improvement Activities

Cost

100

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

ALLEN W BROWN

Technician/Technologist (Optician)

2000 CRAWFORD ST, SUITE 842
HOUSTON, TX 77002

Harris County (713) 650-1036

OXFORD SPECIALTY SURGICAL CENTER, PLLC

General Acute Care Hospital

2000 CRAWFORD ST, SUITE 800
HOUSTON, TX 77002

Harris County (713) 660-1710

EAST TEXAS CARDIOLOGY P.A.

Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)

2000 CRAWFORD ST, 1403
HOUSTON, TX 77002

Harris County (713) 651-1787

AYO A AJIM

Clinic/Center (Multi-Specialty)

2000 CRAWFORD ST, SUITE 730
HOUSTON, TX 77002

Harris County (713) 951-0000

KENNEDY THIAGARAJAN M.D.

Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)

2000 CRAWFORD ST, SUITE 1700
HOUSTON, TX 77002

Harris County (713) 802-1300

SPECIALTY PHYSICIANS OF HOUSTON PLLC

Ophthalmology

2000 CRAWFORD ST, SUITE 800-D
HOUSTON, TX 77002

Harris County (832) 492-0762

THADDEUS W HUME AND ASSOCIATES

Orthopaedic Surgery

2000 CRAWFORD ST, SUITE1510
HOUSTON, TX 77002

Harris County (713) 650-0111

MICHAEL W. MAPP M.D.

Ophthalmology

2000 CRAWFORD ST, SUITE 842
HOUSTON, TX 77002

Harris County (713) 651-9323

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Leroy Sterling's NPI number?

The NPI number for Leroy Sterling is 1023018165. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 29, 2005.

Where is Leroy Sterling located?

Leroy Sterling practices at 2000 Crawford St Ste 1700, Houston, TX 77002. The listed phone number is (713) 622-4505.

What is Leroy Sterling's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Cardiovascular Disease, with taxonomy code 207RC0000X.

Is Leroy Sterling enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Leroy Sterling is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organization bills Medicare for Leroy Sterling's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Leroy Sterling reassigns Medicare benefits to Vi Government Hospital & Health Facilities Corp (St Thomas, VI). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Leroy Sterling's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Leroy Sterling affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Leroy Sterling is affiliated with Broward Health Medical Center and Roy Lester Schneider Hospital,the.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Leroy Sterling was last updated on March 12, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.