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GARY J SHEPPARD
NPI 1174502702
Internal Medicine in Houston, TX

Active since January 12, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
7777 SOUTHWEST FWY, SUITE 620, HOUSTON, TX 77074(713) 777-3000(713) 774-2209 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 12, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Gary J Sheppard NPPES

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

GARY J SHEPPARD (NPI 1174502702) is an individual internal medicine provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (J2326) and active in the NPI registry since January 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Hospital System, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Medical School At Houston (1994).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1174502702
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameGARY J SHEPPARD
Location Address7777 SOUTHWEST FWY, SUITE 620Houston, TX 77074-1802
Mailing Address7777 Southwest Fwy, Suite 620Houston, TX 77074-1802 · (713) 777-3000 · Fax (713) 774-2209
Phone(713) 777-3000
Fax(713) 774-2209
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical School At HoustonGraduated 1994
Enumeration DateJanuary 12, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 12, 2011
✔ NPI 1174502702 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 · J2326
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.

7777 SOUTHWEST FWY, Houston, TX 77074
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Other Names 1

Professional Name (2)Gary Sheppard M.d.

Other Identifiers 4

Other110191055TX · Railroad Medicare Number
Medicare UPINF92866TX
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified85320NTX · Medicare Number
Medicaid104556902TX

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, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Gary J Sheppard 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 ID8224185376
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100920000904
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 7

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.
139 services75 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.
63 services42 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
59 services58 patients
Influenza vaccine, inactivated 90653
The Influenza vaccine, inactivated, is a shot given to protect against the flu. It contains killed virus particles that help your body build immunity to the flu. It's recommended annually to keep your protection up-to-date. It's safe for ages 6 months and up.
39 services39 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.
39 services39 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.
27 services26 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Memorial Hermann Hospital System

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450184
Location1635 North Loop WestHouston, TX 77008 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77074 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
87%62 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.
93%2,023 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Health Information Exchange
The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for…
19%83 patients1/55-star benchmark: 96%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
95%20 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.
1%596 patients1/55-star benchmark: 99%
Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine
93%126 patients4/55-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…
100%161 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
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…
63%596 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…
36%596 patients3/55-star benchmark: 59%
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 2

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
9 suppliers40 claims84 services$5.50 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
7 suppliers20 claims21 services$1.13 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.

JUDITH GOLD, M.D., P.A.
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
7777 SOUTHWEST FWY, 1052
HOUSTON, TX 77074
Harris County (713) 988-8776
SOUTHWEST NEPHROLOGY ASSOCIATES, LLP
Specialist
7777 SOUTHWEST FWY, STE.# 304
HOUSTON, TX 77074
Harris County (713) 270-4545
ENRIQUE HEBERTO RIOS JR. M.D.
Pediatrics (Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine)
7777 SOUTHWEST FWY, SUITE 310
HOUSTON, TX 77074
Harris County (713) 772-3300
KEVIN G NICKELL MD
Urology
7777 SOUTHWEST FWY, # 1032
HOUSTON, TX 77074
Harris County (713) 351-0644
CHERYL SCHULTZ OPAC
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
7777 SOUTHWEST FWY, SUITE 432
HOUSTON, TX 77074
Harris County (713) 777-4785
DR. JOHN DAVID FISHER MD
Surgery
7777 SOUTHWEST FWY, SUITE 810
HOUSTON, TX 77074
Harris County (713) 772-1200
DR. CARL VICTOR VARTIAN MD
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
7777 SOUTHWEST FWY, 740
HOUSTON, TX 77074
Harris County (713) 777-7751
PROF. ANITHA THOMAS ABRAHAM MD
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
7777 SOUTHWEST FWY, STE 724
HOUSTON, TX 77074
Harris County (713) 456-6864

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 Gary Sheppard's NPI number?

The NPI number for Gary Sheppard is 1174502702. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 12, 2006. The provider is also known as Gary Sheppard M.D..

Where is Gary Sheppard located?

Gary Sheppard practices at 7777 Southwest Fwy Suite 620, Houston, TX 77074. The listed phone number is (713) 777-3000.

What is Gary Sheppard's specialty?

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

Is Gary Sheppard enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Gary Sheppard 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 Gary Sheppard 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 3 other insurers list Gary Sheppard 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 Gary Sheppard affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Gary Sheppard is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Hospital System.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Gary Sheppard was last updated on January 12, 2011. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.