DR. RAMI SAED AL-AREF MD
NPI 1033571229
Surgery in Houston, TX

Q: What is Rami Al-aref's NPI number?

The NPI number for Rami Al-aref is 1033571229. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 25, 2016.

Q: What is Rami Al-aref's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Rami Al-aref was last updated on August 1, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 months 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 March 25, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

79.29/100

CMS Quality Rating

6720 BERTNER AVE, HOUSTON, TX 77030(832) 355-2666(832) 355-2666 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 1, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 25, 2024, Apr 10, 2024, Dec 9, 2022 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2016).

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About Dr. Rami Saed Al-aref Md NPPES

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

DR. RAMI SAED AL-AREF MD (NPI 1033571229) is an individual surgery provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (PA19375) and active in the NPI registry since March 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Missouri Baptist Medical Center, and is a graduate of Washington University School Of Medicine (2016).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1033571229

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy208600000X

Provider Legal NameDR. RAMI SAED AL-AREFCredential: MD

Location Address6720 BERTNER AVEHouston, TX 77030-2604

Mailing AddressPo Box 7412011Chicago, IL 60674-2011 · (314) 362-5298 · Fax (888) 824-2176

Phone(832) 355-2666

Fax(832) 355-2666

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSWashington University School Of MedicineGraduated 2016

Enumeration DateMarch 25, 2016

Last NPPES UpdateAugust 1, 20256 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedAugust 1, 2025

✔ NPI 1033571229 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208600000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in TX · PA19375✔ Licensed in MO · 2021017124

Definition

A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.

Also ListedAnesthesiology · Critical Care MedicineTaxonomy 207LC0200X · License 2021017124 (MO)

Also ListedSurgery · Surgical Critical CareTaxonomy 2086S0102X · License PA19375 (TX), 2021017124 (MO)

6720 BERTNER AVE, Houston, TX 77030

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid200099469MO

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and more.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

Dr. Rami Saed Al-aref 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 ID2264835222

PECOS Enrollment IDI20220826000575, I20250808004266

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 5

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.

Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291

Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.

107 services35 patients

Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231

Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.

92 services53 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99221

Initial hospital inpatient care refers to the first day of your stay in the hospital. This service typically includes a 30-minute check-up with a healthcare professional. They'll assess your health, discuss your condition, and plan your treatment. It's part of ensuring you receive the best possible care.

54 services53 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

39 services39 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

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.

Missouri Baptist Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Town And Country, MO

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number260108

Location3015 N Ballas RdTown And Country, MO 63131 · St. Louis County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Chi St Luke's Health Baylor College Of Medicine Me

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number450193

Location6720 Bertner Ave, Ste Mc1-266Houston, TX 77030 · Harris County

Emergency services

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

$90.40 typical visit price

range $58.24 – $176.98

Typical copayment $22.60 (range $14.56 – $44.24)

Most-billed visit code 99203

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.

79.29/100

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

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

71.46

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

59.51

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.

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