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KARINA RAMIREZ M.D.
NPI 1194920777
Internal Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in Houston, TX

Active since June 15, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
6550 FANNIN ST, SUITE 1101, HOUSTON, TX 77030(713) 441-0006(713) 790-2727 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 11, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 30, 2026.

About Karina Ramirez M.d. NPPES

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

KARINA RAMIREZ M.D. (NPI 1194920777) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (M5893) and active in the NPI registry since June 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Houston Methodist West Hospital, and is a graduate of Boston University School Of Medicine (2003).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1194920777
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RH0002X
Provider Legal NameKARINA RAMIREZCredential: M.D.
Location Address6550 FANNIN ST, SUITE 1101Houston, TX 77030-2717
Mailing Address6550 Fannin St, Suite 1101Houston, TX 77030-2717 · (713) 441-0006 · Fax (713) 790-2727
Phone(713) 441-0006
Fax(713) 790-2727
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSBoston University School Of MedicineGraduated 2003
Enumeration DateJune 15, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 11, 2019
✔ NPI 1194920777 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 4

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RH0002X
License✔ Licensed in TX · M5893
Definition
An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
Also ListedEmergency MedicineTaxonomy 207P00000X · License M5893 (TX)
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License M5893 (TX)
Also ListedPediatricsTaxonomy 208000000X · License M5893 (TX)
6550 FANNIN ST, Houston, TX 77030
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Other Identifiers 6

Other8U5763TX · Bcbs
Other188799402TX · Cshcn
Medicaid188799403TX
Medicaid188799401TX
Medicaid188799404TX
Other8EQ264TX · Blue Cross Blue Shield

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Community Health Choice, Molina Healthcare.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

Karina Ramirez 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 ID941393243
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070831000463
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 3

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
139 services76 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
104 services93 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
45 services31 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Houston Methodist West Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number670077
Location18500 Katy FreewayHouston, TX 77094 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

MEGAN MCCLANAHAN
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
6550 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 441-5155
MARIANNE CARLSON PSYD
Psychologist (Clinical)
6550 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (346) 248-2040
MARIE MCLAIN P.A.
Physician Assistant
6550 FANNIN ST, SMITH TOWER, SUITE 1901
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 441-1100
DALIA MOGHAZY MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology
6550 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 790-3311
YVONNE I-FANG CHU M.D.
Ophthalmology
6550 FANNIN ST, SUITE 1501
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 798-6100
DR. SAM JERRY LONG D.D.S.
Dentist (General Practice)
6550 FANNIN ST, STE 2103
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 797-0846
THOMAS W KNIGHT MD
Internal Medicine
6550 FANNIN ST, SMITH 1101
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 441-0006
DR. JOOHI JIMENEZ-SHAHED M.D.
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
6550 FANNIN ST, SUITE 1801
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 798-5975

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 Karina Ramirez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Karina Ramirez is 1194920777. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 15, 2007.

Where is Karina Ramirez located?

Karina Ramirez practices at 6550 Fannin St Suite 1101, Houston, TX 77030. The listed phone number is (713) 441-0006.

What is Karina Ramirez's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RH0002X.

Is Karina Ramirez enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Karina Ramirez 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 Karina Ramirez accept?

Health plans from Community Health Choice and Molina Healthcare list Karina Ramirez 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 Karina Ramirez affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Karina Ramirez is affiliated with Houston Methodist West Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Karina Ramirez was last updated on July 11, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.