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DR. ANITA ALVAREZ-CRUZ M.D.
NPI 1235297409
Family Medicine - Geriatric Medicine in Katy, TX

Active since December 04, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
20811 WESTHEIMER PKWY STE A, KATY, TX 77450(713) 965-6444(877) 810-6062 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 23, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Dr. Anita Alvarez-cruz M.d. NPPES

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

DR. ANITA ALVAREZ-CRUZ M.D. (NPI 1235297409) is an individual geriatric medicine provider in Katy, Texas, licensed in Texas (M2537) and active in the NPI registry since December 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Houston Methodist West Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1994).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1235297409
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207QG0300X
Provider Legal NameDR. ANITA ALVAREZ-CRUZCredential: M.D.
Location Address20811 WESTHEIMER PKWY STE AKaty, TX 77450-4058
Mailing Address20811 Westheimer Pkwy Ste AKaty, TX 77450-4058 · (713) 965-6444 · Fax (877) 810-6062
Phone(713) 965-6444
Fax(877) 810-6062
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1994
Enumeration DateDecember 4, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 23, 2022
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 23, 2022
✔ NPI 1235297409 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily Medicine · Geriatric MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207QG0300X
License✔ Licensed in TX · M2537
Definition
A family medicine physician with special knowledge of the aging process and special skills in the diagnostic, therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative aspects of illness in the elderly. This specialist cares for geriatric patients in the patient's home, the office, long-term care settings such as nursing homes, and the hospital.
20811 WESTHEIMER PKWY STE A, Katy, TX 77450
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Imperial Insurance Companies, Inc., Oscar Insurance Company and more.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. Anita Alvarez-cruz 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 ID8022191899
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080218000076
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 Anita Alvarez-cruz reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Gerid Medical Consultants, P.L.L.C.
0.2 mi
Specialist
20710 WESTHEIMER PKWY
Katy, TX 77450
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 3 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1881991164 (832) 600-0190
Victoria Hospitalist Associates, LLC
438 mi
Hospitalist
4500 S GARNETT RD, STE 919
Tulsa, OK 74146
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 100 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1023236825 (918) 728-6145

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 6

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.
249 services61 patients
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.
62 services31 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.
60 services27 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.
27 services27 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.
17 services17 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
15 services13 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

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77450 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
$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

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
88%4,295 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication.
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients 2+: 6% · 319 patients
15%319 patients2/55-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

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
2 suppliers11 claims11 services$172.71 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

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

REMEDY DRIPS LLC
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
20811 WESTHEIMER PKWY STE A
KATY, TX 77450
Harris County (713) 213-0867

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 Anita Alvarez-cruz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Anita Alvarez-cruz is 1235297409. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 4, 2006.

Where is Anita Alvarez-cruz located?

Anita Alvarez-cruz practices at 20811 Westheimer Pkwy Ste A, Katy, TX 77450. The listed phone number is (713) 965-6444.

What is Anita Alvarez-cruz's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine, specializing in Geriatric Medicine, with taxonomy code 207QG0300X.

Is Anita Alvarez-cruz enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Anita Alvarez-cruz 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 Anita Alvarez-cruz's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Anita Alvarez-cruz reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Gerid Medical Consultants, P.L.L.C. (Katy, TX) and Victoria Hospitalist Associates, LLC (Tulsa, OK). 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 Anita Alvarez-cruz's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Anita Alvarez-cruz accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Imperial Insurance Companies, Inc., Oscar Insurance Company and WellPoint list Anita Alvarez-cruz 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 Anita Alvarez-cruz affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Anita Alvarez-cruz is affiliated with Houston Methodist West Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Anita Alvarez-cruz was last updated on September 23, 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.