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MRS. CHIMI LINDA FOSSO M.D.
NPI 1285029579
Internal Medicine - Hematology & Oncology in Sugar Land, TX

Active since April 02, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
16537 SOUTHWEST FREEWAY, MOB 4, SUITE 325, SUGAR LAND, TX 77479(281) 276-5200(281) 276-5201 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 7, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 7, 2024, Nov 8, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

About Mrs. Chimi Linda Fosso M.d. NPPES

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

MRS. CHIMI LINDA FOSSO M.D. (NPI 1285029579) is an individual hematology & oncology provider in Sugar Land, Texas, licensed in Texas (R7452) and active in the NPI registry since April 2015. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1285029579
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RH0003X
Provider Legal NameMRS. CHIMI LINDA FOSSOCredential: M.D.
Location Address16537 SOUTHWEST FREEWAY, MOB 4, SUITE 325Sugar Land, TX 77479-7238
Mailing Address16537 Southwest Freeway, Mob 4, Suite 325Sugar Land, TX 77479-7238 · (281) 276-5200 · Fax (281) 276-5201
Phone(281) 276-5200
Fax(281) 276-5201
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateApril 2, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 7, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 4, 2024
✔ NPI 1285029579 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hematology & OncologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RH0003X
License✔ Licensed in TX · R7452
Definition
An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License R7452 (TX)
16537 SOUTHWEST FREEWAY, Sugar Land, TX 77479
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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, CHRISTUS Health Plan, WellPoint.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

Mrs. Chimi Linda Fosso 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 ID3173877420
PECOS Enrollment IDI20181126003260
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

4

Medicare enrollment records show Chimi Linda Fosso reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Houston Methodist Specialty Physicians
15 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
16 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
Hospitalist Medicine Physicians Of Texas, PLLC
35 mi
Internal Medicine
18951 N MEMORIAL DR
Humble, TX 77338
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 2,009 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1629307095 (281) 540-7700
Cogent Healthcare Of Texas, PA
236 mi
Internal Medicine
8200 WALNUT HILL LN
Dallas, TX 75231
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 1,208 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1992722953 (214) 345-7585

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 2

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.
22 services14 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Houston Methodist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450358
Location6565 FanninHouston, TX 77030 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Houston Methodist Sugarland Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Sugar Land, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450820
Location16655 Southwest FreewaySugar Land, TX 77479 · Fort Bend County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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 77479 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
$166.88 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $41.72 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$97.05 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
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 4

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

DR. NEEL SHARAD CHOKSI M.D.
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
16537 SOUTHWEST FREEWAY, MOB 4, SUITE 110
SUGAR LAND, TX 77479
Fort Bend County (281) 276-1960
DR. ANDREW JOHNSRUD M.D.
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
16537 SOUTHWEST FREEWAY, SUITE 325
SUGAR LAND, TX 77479
Fort Bend County (281) 276-5200
DR. NISREEN HUSAIN M.D.
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
16537 SOUTHWEST FREEWAY, SUITE 110
SUGAR LAND, TX 77479
Fort Bend County (281) 276-1960
MR. SCOTT C COY FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
16537 SOUTHWEST FREEWAY, SUITE 110
SUGAR LAND, TX 77479
Fort Bend County (281) 276-1960

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 Chimi Linda Fosso's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chimi Linda Fosso is 1285029579. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 2, 2015.

Where is Chimi Linda Fosso located?

Chimi Linda Fosso practices at 16537 Southwest Freeway Mob 4, Suite 325, Sugar Land, TX 77479. The listed phone number is (281) 276-5200.

What is Chimi Linda Fosso's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hematology & Oncology, with taxonomy code 207RH0003X.

Is Chimi Linda Fosso enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Chimi Linda Fosso 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 Chimi Linda Fosso's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Chimi Linda Fosso reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: Houston Methodist Specialty Physicians (Houston, TX), Tmh Physician Associates PLLC (Houston, TX), Hospitalist Medicine Physicians Of Texas, PLLC (Humble, TX) and Cogent Healthcare Of Texas, PA (Dallas, 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 Chimi Linda Fosso's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Chimi Linda Fosso accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, CHRISTUS Health Plan and WellPoint list Chimi Linda Fosso 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 Chimi Linda Fosso affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Chimi Linda Fosso is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston Methodist Sugarland Hospital and Houston Methodist West Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Chimi Linda Fosso was last updated on November 7, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 23 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.