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ROBERT STEPHEN MAKAR MD PHD
NPI 1174536338
Pathology - Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine in Houston, TX

Active since August 15, 2006PECOS Enrolled
1515 HOLCOMBE, HOUSTON, TX 77030(713) 792-6161 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 14, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Robert Stephen Makar Md Phd NPPES

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

ROBERT STEPHEN MAKAR MD PHD (NPI 1174536338) is an individual blood banking & transfusion medicine provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (W3569) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At Dallas (2000).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1174536338
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZB0001X
Provider Legal NameROBERT STEPHEN MAKARCredential: MD PHD
Location Address1515 HOLCOMBEHouston, TX 77030-4000
Mailing AddressPo Box 4439Houston, TX 77210-4439 · (713) 792-2991
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At DallasGraduated 2000
Enumeration DateAugust 15, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 14, 2026
NPPES CertifiedJuly 14, 2026
NPI 1174536338 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPathology · Blood Banking & Transfusion MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZB0001X
License Licensed in TX · W3569
Definition
A physician who specializes in blood banking/transfusion medicine is responsible for the maintenance of an adequate blood supply, blood donor and patient-recipient safety and appropriate blood utilization. Pre-transfusion compatibility testing and antibody testing assure that blood transfusions, when indicated, are as safe as possible. This physician directs the preparation and safe use of specially prepared blood components, including red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets and plasma constituents, and marrow or stem cells for transplantation.
1515 HOLCOMBE, Houston, TX 77030

Accepted Insurance

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

Robert Stephen Makar Md Phd 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 ID9537165915
PECOS Enrollment IDI20061006000316
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

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.

Blood bank physician services for cross match and/or evaluation and written report 86077
Blood bank physician services for cross match involve testing your blood against donor blood to ensure compatibility before a transfusion. The evaluation includes a detailed analysis of your blood type and antibodies. A written report will be provided, summarizing the findings.
25 services25 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Massachusetts General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Boston, MA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220071
Location55 Fruit StreetBoston, MA 02114 · Suffolk 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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 7

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

Pharmacist (Oncology)
1515 HOLCOMBE
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1515 HOLCOMBE
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Physician Assistant
1515 HOLCOMBE, 0426
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Nurse Practitioner
1515 HOLCOMBE
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Dermatology
1515 HOLCOMBE
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Nurse Practitioner (Gerontology)
1515 HOLCOMBE
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1515 HOLCOMBE
HOUSTON, TX 77030

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 Robert Makar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Robert Makar is 1174536338. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 15, 2006.

Where is Robert Makar located?

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

What is Robert Makar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine, with taxonomy code 207ZB0001X.

Is Robert Makar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Robert Makar 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 Robert Makar accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield list Robert Makar 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 Robert Makar affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Robert Makar is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Robert Makar was last updated on July 14, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 26 days 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.