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MICHAEL W. RIBEN M.D.
NPI 1144326281
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology in Houston, TX

Active since September 16, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
81.38/100
CMS Quality Rating
1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD, HOUSTON, TX 77030(713) 792-6161 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 3, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Michael W. Riben M.d. NPPES

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

MICHAEL W. RIBEN M.D. (NPI 1144326281) is an individual anatomic pathology & clinical pathology provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (L9446) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1994).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1144326281
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0102X
Provider Legal NameMICHAEL W. RIBENCredential: M.D.
Location Address1515 HOLCOMBE BLVDHouston, TX 77030-4009
Mailing AddressPo Box 4439Houston, TX 77210-4439 · (713) 792-2991
Phone(713) 792-6161
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1994
Enumeration DateSeptember 16, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 3, 2012
✔ NPI 1144326281 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0102X
License✔ Licensed in TX · L9446
Definition
A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.
1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD, Houston, TX 77030
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Other Identifiers 5

Other8P2124TX · Bcbs
OtherP00155882TX · Rr Medicare
Medicaid167866601TX
Medicare UPINH00562
Medicare PIN8C6726TX

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Michael W. Riben 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 ID3678534906
PECOS Enrollment IDI20041020000988
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.

Cell examination of specimen, concentration technique 88108
Cell examination of a specimen using a concentration technique is a lab process that enhances the detection of cells in a sample. This method helps to focus on key areas of the sample, making it easier to spot abnormalities or changes. It's a crucial part of diagnosing and monitoring certain health conditions.
242 services226 patients
Evaluation of fine needle aspirate with interpretation and report 88173
This procedure involves using a thin needle to collect a small sample from an abnormal area or lump. The sample is then examined under a microscope to identify any potential issues. A report of the findings is provided for further analysis.
238 services171 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
176 services118 patients
Evaluation of fine needle aspirate 88172
Evaluation of fine needle aspirate is a diagnostic procedure where a thin needle is used to collect cells from a lump or mass. This sample is then examined under a microscope to determine the nature of the lump, whether it's benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous).
141 services119 patients
Surgical pathology consultation and report on referred slides prepared elsewhere 88321
A surgical pathology consultation involves reviewing slides prepared at a different lab to confirm or clarify a diagnosis. It's a second opinion to ensure accuracy. A report with findings and interpretations is then provided for your doctor's reference.
70 services70 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341
Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.
57 services29 patients

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.

81.38/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality81.25
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost49.97

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.

DR. MERRY CHEN MD
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 792-6161
AMEENA BAGREE MALHOTRA M.D.
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD, 77030-4009
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 792-6161
SOLANGE ERLYN COX MD
Surgery
1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 792-2360
DR. BRYAN KEITH GUILLORY M.D.
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 792-6161
JANUARY Y TSAI MD
Anesthesiology
1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 792-6161
DR. SUNYOUNG LEE MD
Internal Medicine (Medical Oncology)
1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 792-6161
MRS. RACHEL KRAMER FUTRELL PA-C
Physician Assistant
1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 792-6161
MEGAN J TANNER NP-C
Nurse Practitioner
1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 792-6161

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 Michael Riben's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Riben is 1144326281. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 16, 2006.

Where is Michael Riben located?

Michael Riben practices at 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030. The listed phone number is (713) 792-6161.

What is Michael Riben's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0102X.

Is Michael Riben enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Michael Riben 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Michael Riben was last updated on July 3, 2012. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 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.