DR. JOANNA K IRA M.D.
NPI 1114120631
Internal Medicine in Houston, TX

Active since June 11, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1905 HOLCOMBE BLVD, HOUSTON, TX 77030(713) 677-7262(713) 677-7184 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 18, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Joanna K Ira M.d. NPPES

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

DR. JOANNA K IRA M.D. (NPI 1114120631) is an individual internal medicine provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (M6480) and active in the NPI registry since June 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1114120631
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOANNA K IRACredential: M.D.
Location Address1905 HOLCOMBE BLVDHouston, TX 77030-4123
Mailing Address3855 Tartan LnHouston, TX 77025-2411 · (281) 413-8078
Fax(713) 677-7184
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1996
Enumeration DateJune 11, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 18, 2016
NPI 1114120631 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 4

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in TX · M6480
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Geriatric MedicineTaxonomy 207RG0300X · License M6480 (TX)
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineTaxonomy 207RH0002X · License M6480 (TX)
Also ListedHospitalistTaxonomy 208M00000X · License M6480 (TX)
1905 HOLCOMBE BLVD, Houston, TX 77030

Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Dr. Joanna K Smiechowska Md

Other Identifiers 3

OtherTXB158821TX · Medicare Individual Ptan
Other8M9182TX · Blue Cross Blu Shield
OtherTXB158820TX · Medicare Group Ptan

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

Dr. Joanna K Ira M.d. 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 ID2264518067
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080319000299
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 3

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.

Blood glucose (sugar) test performed by hand-held instrument 82962
A blood glucose test uses a handheld device to measure the amount of sugar in your blood. A small prick on your finger allows a drop of blood to be placed on a test strip, which is then read by the device. This helps monitor and manage diabetes effectively.
18 services15 patients
Hemoglobin a1c level 83036
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.
14 services13 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
12 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450068
Location6411 FanninHouston, TX 77030 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Sugar Land, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450848
Location17500 W Grand Parkway SouthSugar Land, TX 77479 · Fort Bend 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
$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
$102.71 typical visit price
range $18.60 – $143.93
Typical copayment $25.67 (range $4.65 – $35.98)
Most-billed visit code 99214
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 8

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

Hospice Care, Community Based
1905 HOLCOMBE BLVD, BUSINESS OFFICE
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Internal Medicine
1905 HOLCOMBE BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Family Medicine
1905 HOLCOMBE BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Internal Medicine (Hospice and Palliative Medicine)
1905 HOLCOMBE BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Internal Medicine (Hospice and Palliative Medicine)
1905 HOLCOMBE BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Internal Medicine
1905 HOLCOMBE BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1905 HOLCOMBE BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Internal Medicine
1905 HOLCOMBE BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77030

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 Joanna Ira's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joanna Ira is 1114120631. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 11, 2007. The provider is also known as Dr. Joanna K Smiechowska MD.

Where is Joanna Ira located?

Joanna Ira practices at 1905 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030. The listed phone number is (713) 677-7262.

What is Joanna Ira's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Joanna Ira enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joanna Ira is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Joanna Ira accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Ambetter of Oklahoma and 5 other insurers list Joanna Ira as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Joanna Ira affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Joanna Ira is affiliated with Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center and Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joanna Ira was last updated on July 18, 2016. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.