DR. DARIN D TESSIER MD
NPI 1164603866
Orthopaedic Surgery in Houston, TX

Q: What is Darin Tessier's NPI number?

The NPI number for Darin Tessier is 1164603866. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 21, 2007.

Q: What is Darin Tessier's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Darin Tessier was last updated on June 3, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.

Active since November 21, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

10425 HUFFMEISTER ROAD SUITE 320, HOUSTON, TX 77065(281) 955-2650(281) 955-5875 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 3, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 20, 2021, May 14, 2019, Apr 15, 2019 (3 updates tracked since 2019).

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About Dr. Darin D Tessier Md NPPES

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

DR. DARIN D TESSIER MD (NPI 1164603866) is an individual orthopaedic surgery provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (R6119) and active in the NPI registry since November 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Oakbend Medical Center, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1164603866

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207X00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. DARIN D TESSIERCredential: MD

Location Address10425 HUFFMEISTER ROAD SUITE 320Houston, TX 77065

Mailing Address11800 Fm 1960 Rd WHouston, TX 77065-3840 · (281) 955-7577 · Fax (281) 955-5875

Phone(281) 955-2650

Fax(281) 955-5875

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical School At San AntonioGraduated 2007

Enumeration DateNovember 21, 2007

Last NPPES UpdateJune 3, 20223 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJune 3, 2022

✔ NPI 1164603866 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207X00000X

License✔ Licensed in TX · R6119

Definition

An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.

Also ListedOrthopaedic Surgery · Sports MedicineTaxonomy 207XX0005X · License R6119 (TX)

10425 HUFFMEISTER ROAD SUITE 320, Houston, TX 77065

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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 122485 Tomball Pkwy Ste 2100Houston, TX 77070-1560 · Phone (281) 955-2650 · Fax (281) 955-5875

Location 29645 Barker Cypress Rd Ste 110Cypress, TX 77433-5292 · Phone (281) 955-2650 · Fax (281) 955-5875

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, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Darin D Tessier 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 ID3476701491

PECOS Enrollment IDI20170309002356

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

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

Ut Physicians

20 mi

Anesthesiology

6410 FANNIN ST, 1500
Houston, TX 77030

Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
3,111 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1033157821 (832) 325-7325

Ortholonestar, PLLC

20 mi

Orthopaedic Surgery

7401 MAIN ST
Houston, TX 77030

Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
327 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1942860176 (713) 799-2300

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 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.

233 services133 patients

X-ray of knee, 4 or more views 73564

An X-ray of the knee, 4 or more views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It involves capturing multiple images of your knee from different angles. This helps in diagnosing conditions such as fractures, arthritis, or infections. The procedure is quick and painless.

93 services73 patients

X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views 73030

An X-ray of the shoulder, with a minimum of 2 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of your shoulder bones. This helps in diagnosing conditions like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. The procedure is quick and painless.

80 services56 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

67 services67 patients

Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month 99490

Chronic care management services involve a healthcare professional directing clinical staff in managing your chronic conditions. This includes the first 20 minutes per month of services like medication management, care coordination, and health monitoring to help improve your health and quality of life.

66 services16 patients

Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg J1100

Dexamethasone sodium phosphate is a medication given via injection. It is a type of steroid that helps reduce inflammation and immune responses. It can be used to treat a variety of conditions, such as allergies, skin conditions, arthritis, and more.

65 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Oakbend Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Richmond, TX

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number450330

Location1705 Jackson StRichmond, TX 77469 · Fort Bend County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Hca Houston Healthcare Tomball

Acute Care Hospitals · Tomball, TX

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number450670

Location605 HolderriethTomball, TX 77375 · Harris County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Hca Houston Healthcare Kingwood

Acute Care Hospitals · Kingwood, TX

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number450775

Location22999 Us Hwy 59Kingwood, TX 77325 · Harris County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Luke's Hospital At The Vintage

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number670075

Location20171 Chasewood Park DriveHouston, TX 77070 · Harris County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77065 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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 5

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

STEPHEN LEE MILLER MSN, APRN, AGACNP-BC

Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)