GABRIEL ORTIZ-VARELA MD
NPI 1255759098
Internal Medicine in Houston, TX

Q: What is Gabriel Ortiz-varela's NPI number?

The NPI number for Gabriel Ortiz-varela is 1255759098. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 30, 2014. The provider is also known as Gabe Ortiz.

Q: What is Gabriel Ortiz-varela's specialty?

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

Active since March 30, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

18100 HOUSTON METHODIST DR, HOUSTON, TX 77058(281) 333-0145 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 4, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 4, 2026, Nov 18, 2022, Oct 13, 2021 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Gabriel Ortiz-varela Md NPPES

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

GABRIEL ORTIZ-VARELA MD (NPI 1255759098) is an individual internal medicine provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (R4121) and active in the NPI registry since March 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1255759098

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207R00000X

Provider Legal NameGABRIEL ORTIZ-VARELACredential: MD

Location Address18100 HOUSTON METHODIST DRHouston, TX 77058-3631

Mailing Address18100 Houston Methodist DrHouston, TX 77058-3631

Phone(281) 333-0145

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical Branch At GalvestonGraduated 2014

Enumeration DateMarch 30, 2014

Last NPPES UpdateJune 4, 20265 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJune 4, 2026

✔ NPI 1255759098 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207R00000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in TX · R4121✔ Licensed in TX · PHYTEMP

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.

18100 HOUSTON METHODIST DR, Houston, TX 77058

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Other Names 1

Other Name (5)Gabe Ortiz

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Harbor Health, Imperial Insurance Companies, Inc. 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

Gabriel Ortiz-varela 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 ID446479851

PECOS Enrollment IDI20170816004322

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 Gabriel Ortiz-varela reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Sound Inpatient Physicians Of Texas I, Inc

18 mi

Hospitalist

4401 GARTH RD
Baytown, TX 77521

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

NPI 1841638459 (281) 420-8600

Houston Methodist Specialty Physicians

20 mi

Otolaryngology

7550 GREENBRIAR DR STE 600
Houston, TX 77030

Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
1,579 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1902614332 (281) 414-6055

Tmh Physician Associates PLLC

21 mi

Ophthalmology

6550 FANNIN ST, SUITE 447
Houston, TX 77030

Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
2,407 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1275779225 (713) 441-7389

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 4

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 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.

318 services120 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.

182 services176 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.

156 services145 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.

43 services25 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Nassau Bay, TX

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number450709

Location18300 Houston Methodist DrNassau Bay, TX 77058 · Harris County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77058 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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

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

Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, with mattress E0260

DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N

1 supplier12 claims12 services$37.15 avg. paid by Medicare

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

3 suppliers22 claims22 services$61.47 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

2 suppliers12 claims12 services$25.89 avg. paid by Medicare

Standard wheelchair K0001

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N

1 supplier12 claims12 services$12.46 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Gabriel Ortiz-varela's NPI number?

The NPI number for Gabriel Ortiz-varela is 1255759098. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 30, 2014. The provider is also known as Gabe Ortiz.

Where is Gabriel Ortiz-varela located?

Gabriel Ortiz-varela practices at 18100 Houston Methodist Dr, Houston, TX 77058. The listed phone number is (281) 333-0145.

What is Gabriel Ortiz-varela's specialty?

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

Is Gabriel Ortiz-varela enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Gabriel Ortiz-varela 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 Gabriel Ortiz-varela's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Gabriel Ortiz-varela reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Sound Inpatient Physicians Of Texas I, Inc (Baytown, TX), Houston Methodist Specialty Physicians (Houston, TX) and Tmh Physician Associates PLLC (Houston, TX). 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 Gabriel Ortiz-varela's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Gabriel Ortiz-varela accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Harbor Health, Imperial Insurance Companies, Inc., Oscar Insurance Company and Sendero Health Plans, Local Nonprofit list Gabriel Ortiz-varela 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 Gabriel Ortiz-varela affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Gabriel Ortiz-varela is affiliated with Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Gabriel Ortiz-varela was last updated on June 4, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 months 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.