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DR. RONALD RICHARD GALFIONE M.D.
NPI 1124075148
Internal Medicine in Houston, TX

Active since May 27, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
6560 FANNIN ST, SUITE 1006, HOUSTON, TX 77030(832) 831-0671(832) 831-0656 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 14, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Ronald Richard Galfione M.d. NPPES

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

DR. RONALD RICHARD GALFIONE M.D. (NPI 1124075148) is an individual internal medicine provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (E2568) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Medical School At Houston (1974).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1124075148
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. RONALD RICHARD GALFIONECredential: M.D.
Location Address6560 FANNIN ST, SUITE 1006Houston, TX 77030-2761
Mailing Address6560 Fannin St, Suite 1006Houston, TX 77030-2761 · (832) 831-0671 · Fax (832) 831-0656
Phone(832) 831-0671
Fax(832) 831-0656
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical School At HoustonGraduated 1974
Enumeration DateMay 27, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 14, 2013
✔ NPI 1124075148 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · E2568
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.
6560 FANNIN ST, Houston, TX 77030
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINC15846
Other8J0801TX · Blue Cross
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified8A6834

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. Ronald Richard Galfione 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 ID244120723
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040318000231
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 11

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.
328 services241 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.
260 services159 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.
231 services201 patients
Dxa bone density measurement of hip, pelvis, spine 77080
A DXA bone density measurement is a simple, quick, and non-invasive procedure that assesses the strength of your bones. This test uses X-rays to measure the amount of minerals, mainly calcium, in the hip, pelvis, and spine. It helps in early detection of osteoporosis or other bone diseases.
128 services127 patients
Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume 94010
This test, known as spirometry, assesses how well your lungs work. It measures how much air you can inhale, how much you can exhale and how quickly you can exhale. It's non-invasive and helps diagnose conditions like asthma or COPD.
43 services41 patients
Influenza vaccine split virus, preservative free 90662
The Influenza Vaccine Split Virus, preservative-free, is a flu shot to protect against the influenza virus. It is made from parts of inactivated flu viruses and doesn't contain preservatives, reducing potential side effects. It helps your body develop immunity to the flu.
39 services39 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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 Clear Lake Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Nassau Bay, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450709
Location18300 Houston Methodist DrNassau Bay, TX 77058 · Harris 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
$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.

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.

Reported Quality Measures

Colorectal Cancer Screening
Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer
51%465 patients3/55-star benchmark: 85%
Diabetes: Medical Attention for Nephropathy
The percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a nephropathy screening test or evidence of nephropathy during the measurement period
97%70 patients4/55-star benchmark: 99%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
98%2,028 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
92%5,343 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
52%945 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
74%458 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Influenza Immunization
Percentage of patients aged 6 months and older seen for a visit between October 1 and March 31 who received an influenza immunization OR who reported previous receipt of an influenza immunization
33%468 patients2/55-star benchmark: 88%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for Depression and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 12 years and older screened for depression on the date of the encounter using an age appropriate standardized depression screening tool AND if positive, a follow-up plan is documented on the date of the positive screen
81%908 patients4/55-star benchmark: 96%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
56%945 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
21%945 patients2/55-star benchmark: 79%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
5 suppliers25 claims92 services$6.54 avg. paid by Medicare
Normal, low and high calibrator solution / chips A4256
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
2 suppliers18 claims18 services$2.45 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
3 suppliers20 claims43 services$1.17 avg. paid by Medicare
Intermittent urinary catheter; coude (curved) tip, with or without coating (teflon, silicone, silicone elastomeric, or hydrophilic, etc.), each A4352
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF008N
2 suppliers23 claims3,044 services$6.11 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

JANET L ATTISHA RN, ACNP
Nurse Practitioner
6560 FANNIN ST, STE 1260
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 797-0466
TIEN WONG M.D.
Ophthalmology
6560 FANNIN ST, STE 750
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 524-3434
DR. OLGA WALN M.D.
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
6560 FANNIN ST, STE 802
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 441-9551
PARTNERS IN INTERNAL MEDICINE, P.A.
Internal Medicine
6560 FANNIN ST, SUITE 1012
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (281) 657-0770
KEVIN ANTHONY GRIMES MD
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
6560 FANNIN ST, SUITE 1540
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 799-9997
NICOLE BAUTISTA DAVENPORT P.A.-C
Physician Assistant
6560 FANNIN ST, SUITE 1842
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 790-2089
DR. MICHAEL POOL COSELLI M.D.
Surgery
6560 FANNIN ST, STE 1608
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 796-1608
DR. WILLIAM HYPES OBENOUR JR. M.D.
Internal Medicine
6560 FANNIN ST, SUITE 1112
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 790-1541

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 Ronald Galfione's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ronald Galfione is 1124075148. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 27, 2006.

Where is Ronald Galfione located?

Ronald Galfione practices at 6560 Fannin St Suite 1006, Houston, TX 77030. The listed phone number is (832) 831-0671.

What is Ronald Galfione's specialty?

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

Is Ronald Galfione enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ronald Galfione 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.

Is Ronald Galfione affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ronald Galfione is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital, Houston Methodist West Hospital and Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ronald Galfione was last updated on June 14, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.