HECTOR JOHN HERRERA
NPI 1295817740
Anesthesiology in Houston, TX

Q: What is Hector Herrera's NPI number?

The NPI number for Hector Herrera is 1295817740. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 20, 2006.

Q: What is Hector Herrera's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Hector Herrera was last updated on November 21, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.

Active since October 20, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

93.5/100

CMS Quality Rating

1500 CITYWEST BLVD, STE. 300, HOUSTON, TX 77042(713) 620-4000(713) 458-4229 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 21, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 21, 2025, Feb 10, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Hector John Herrera NPPES

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

HECTOR JOHN HERRERA (NPI 1295817740) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (H3890) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston (1987).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1295817740

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207L00000X

Provider Legal NameHECTOR JOHN HERRERA

Location Address1500 CITYWEST BLVD, STE. 300Houston, TX 77042

Mailing AddressPo Box 840853Dallas, TX 75284-0853 · (972) 233-1999 · Fax (972) 233-3666

Phone(713) 620-4000

Fax(713) 458-4229

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical Branch At GalvestonGraduated 1987

Enumeration DateOctober 20, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateNovember 21, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedNovember 21, 2025

✔ NPI 1295817740 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207L00000X

License✔ Licensed in TX · H3890

Definition

An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.

1500 CITYWEST BLVD, Houston, TX 77042

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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, Molina Healthcare.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

Hector John Herrera 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 ID8921170986

PECOS Enrollment IDI20080708000356

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 8

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.

Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731

This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.

448 services404 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811

Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.

285 services278 patients

Anesthesia for procedure on small and large bowel using an endoscope 00813

Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the small and large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. It involves administering medicine to help you sleep or feel drowsy. This allows the doctor to examine your bowels without causing you discomfort or pain.

188 services186 patients

Anesthesia for procedure on gallbladder, pancreas, or liver using an endoscope 00732

This procedure involves using an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine or treat your gallbladder, pancreas, or liver. Anesthesia is administered to ensure you're comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.

68 services58 patients

Anesthesia for exam of colon using an endoscope 00812

Anesthesia for a colon examination with an endoscope is a method used to ensure comfort during the procedure. It involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep, thus reducing discomfort as the endoscope, a thin, flexible tube, is navigated through your colon.

55 services55 patients

Anesthesia for placement or revision of blood flow shunt 01844

Anesthesia for blood flow shunt placement or revision ensures comfort during the procedure. It involves medication to numb or induce sleep, preventing pain or discomfort. It's safe, monitored by professionals, and tailored to individual needs.

21 services21 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number450068

Location6411 FanninHouston, TX 77030 · Harris County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

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 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

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

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.

93.5/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

97.15

Improvement Activities

Cost

83.57

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.

DANIELLE THERESE GEORGE CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

1500 CITYWEST BLVD, STE. 300
HOUSTON, TX 77042

Harris County (713) 620-4000

RODRIQUE DEWYANE NELSON CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

1500 CITYWEST BLVD, STE. 300
HOUSTON, TX 77042

Harris County (713) 620-4000

PEDRO NAPOLES CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

1500 CITYWEST BLVD, SUITE 300
HOUSTON, TX 77042

Harris County (972) 715-5000

GEORGE LOUIS HERLIN MD

Anesthesiology

1500 CITYWEST BLVD, STE. 300
HOUSTON, TX 77042

Harris County (713) 620-4000

GREGORY RONALD CURFMAN

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

1500 CITYWEST BLVD, STE. 300
HOUSTON, TX 77042

Harris County (713) 620-4000

JENNIFER TERRASAS CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

1500 CITYWEST BLVD, STE. 300
HOUSTON, TX 77042

Harris County (713) 620-4000

DR. DON ELDON CHERRY M.D.

Anesthesiology

1500 CITYWEST BLVD, STE. 300
HOUSTON, TX 77042

Harris County (713) 620-4000

IGNATIUS PAUL DISTEFANO

Anesthesiology

1500 CITYWEST BLVD, STE. 300
HOUSTON, TX 77042

Harris County (713) 620-4000

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 Hector Herrera's NPI number?

The NPI number for Hector Herrera is 1295817740. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 20, 2006.

Where is Hector Herrera located?

Hector Herrera practices at 1500 Citywest Blvd Ste. 300, Houston, TX 77042. The listed phone number is (713) 620-4000.

What is Hector Herrera's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Hector Herrera enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Hector Herrera 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 Hector Herrera accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Molina Healthcare list Hector Herrera 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 Hector Herrera affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Hector Herrera is affiliated with Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center, Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital, Houston Methodist Sugarland Hospital and Houston Methodist West Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Hector Herrera was last updated on November 21, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.