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DR. MICHELE O GOCUAY M.D.
NPI 1144401027
Internal Medicine in Houston, TX

Active since November 19, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
837 CYPRESS CREEK PKWY, SUITE 105, HOUSTON, TX 77090(281) 586-3888(281) 440-2020 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 13, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Dr. Michele O Gocuay M.d. NPPES

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

DR. MICHELE O GOCUAY M.D. (NPI 1144401027) is an individual internal medicine provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (P1075) and active in the NPI registry since November 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1144401027
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. MICHELE O GOCUAYCredential: M.D.
Location Address837 CYPRESS CREEK PKWY, SUITE 105Houston, TX 77090-3423
Mailing Address837 Cypress Creek Pkwy, Suite 105Houston, TX 77090-3423 · (281) 586-3888 · Fax (281) 440-2020
Phone(281) 586-3888
Fax(281) 440-2020
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateNovember 19, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 13, 2013
✔ NPI 1144401027 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in TX · P1075✔ Licensed in MA · 234279
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.
837 CYPRESS CREEK PKWY, Houston, TX 77090
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicare PIN000660101MA
Medicaid2156717MA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include WellPoint.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Michele O Gocuay 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 ID3678649167
PECOS Enrollment IDI20111128000315
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 Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Michele Gocuay reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

David P Ellent PLLC
5.1 mi
Pulmonary Disease
2255 E MOSSY OAKS RD STE 500
Spring, TX 77389
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 107 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1245777440 (281) 440-5300
Tmh Physician Associates PLLC
21 mi
Ophthalmology
6550 FANNIN ST, SUITE 447
Houston, TX 77030
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 2,407 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1275779225 (713) 441-7389

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 10

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.
382 services205 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.
265 services157 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
125 services125 patients
Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008
The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.
74 services70 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.
72 services68 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.
58 services43 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

Tops Surgical Specialty Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
OwnershipPhysician
CMS Certification Number450774
Location17080 Red Oak DriveHouston, TX 77090 · Harris County

Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450844
Location18220 State Highway 249Houston, TX 77070 · 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 77090 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

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…
100%198 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
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 3

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
19 suppliers57 claims129 services$6.56 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
11 suppliers22 claims30 services$1.14 avg. paid by Medicare
Intermittent urinary catheter, with insertion supplies A4353
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF008N
1 supplier12 claims2,160 services$6.68 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.

NORTHWEST HOUSTON PHARMACY, LLC
Pharmacy
837 CYPRESS CREEK PKWY, SUITE 108C
HOUSTON, TX 77090
Harris County (281) 453-7002
MRS. NOLA MILROY LPT
Physical Therapist
837 CYPRESS CREEK PKWY, SUITE 105
HOUSTON, TX 77090
Harris County (281) 586-3888
DR. PATRICK GUILLERMO MD
Family Medicine
837 CYPRESS CREEK PKWY
HOUSTON, TX 77090
Harris County (281) 453-7150
VICTOR IVAN ESCOBAR M.D.
Family Medicine
837 CYPRESS CREEK PKWY, SUITE 105
HOUSTON, TX 77090
Harris County (281) 586-3888
DR. JOSE WILLIAM AGUIRRE M.D.
Family Medicine
837 CYPRESS CREEK PKWY, SUITE 105
HOUSTON, TX 77090
Harris County (281) 586-3888
1960 PHYSICIAN ASSOCIATES
Clinic/Center (Multi-Specialty)
837 CYPRESS CREEK PKWY, SUITE 105
HOUSTON, TX 77090
Harris County (281) 453-2585
VI M NGUYEN M.D.
Family Medicine
837 CYPRESS CREEK PKWY, STE#105
HOUSTON, TX 77090
Harris County (281) 586-3888
LYNDSAY PITLOCK
Dietitian, Registered
837 CYPRESS CREEK PKWY, SUITE 105
HOUSTON, TX 77090
Harris County (281) 586-3888

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 Michele Gocuay's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michele Gocuay is 1144401027. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 19, 2007.

Where is Michele Gocuay located?

Michele Gocuay practices at 837 Cypress Creek Pkwy Suite 105, Houston, TX 77090. The listed phone number is (281) 586-3888.

What is Michele Gocuay's specialty?

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

Is Michele Gocuay enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Michele Gocuay 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Michele Gocuay's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Michele Gocuay reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: David P Ellent PLLC (Spring, TX) and Tmh Physician Associates PLLC (Houston, TX). Each 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 Michele Gocuay's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Michele Gocuay accept?

Health plans from WellPoint list Michele Gocuay 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 Michele Gocuay affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Michele Gocuay is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, Tops Surgical Specialty Hospital, Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital and Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Michele Gocuay was last updated on August 13, 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.