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DR. SUSAN C. GILCHRIST M.D.
NPI 1306971387
Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease in Houston, TX

Active since February 22, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
81.38/100
CMS Quality Rating
1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD, HOUSTON, TX 77030(713) 792-6161 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 4, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Susan C. Gilchrist M.d. NPPES

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

DR. SUSAN C. GILCHRIST M.D. (NPI 1306971387) is an individual cardiovascular disease provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (L4032) and active in the NPI registry since February 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Unc Hospitals, and is a graduate of Other (2000).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1306971387
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RC0000X
Provider Legal NameDR. SUSAN C. GILCHRISTCredential: M.D.
Location Address1515 HOLCOMBE BLVDHouston, TX 77030-4009
Mailing AddressPo Box 4439Houston, TX 77210-4439 · (713) 792-6161
Phone(713) 792-6161
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2000
Enumeration DateFebruary 22, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 4, 2017
✔ NPI 1306971387 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RC0000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in TX · L4032✔ Licensed in VT · 042.0012368
Definition
An internist who specializes in diseases of the heart and blood vessels and manages complex cardiac conditions such as heart attacks and life-threatening, abnormal heartbeat rhythms.
1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD, Houston, TX 77030
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid198584805TX
Medicare PIN429043YKQHTX

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, UnitedHealthcare.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

Dr. Susan C. Gilchrist 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 ID8224192596
PECOS Enrollment IDI20250226000315
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.

Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function 93306
This is a heart ultrasound, also known as an echocardiogram. It uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart, showing how blood flows through it. The color depicts the blood flow's speed and direction. It also checks the heart's valves to ensure they're working properly.
237 services228 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.
55 services55 patients
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function 93306
This is a heart ultrasound, also known as an echocardiogram. It uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart, showing how blood flows through it. The color depicts the blood flow's speed and direction. It also checks the heart's valves to ensure they're working properly.
52 services51 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.
31 services18 patients
Heart muscle strain imaging 93356
Heart muscle strain imaging is a non-invasive test that uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart. It helps doctors evaluate how well your heart muscle is working and detect any damage or disease. This can aid in diagnosing heart conditions and guiding treatment plans.
22 services20 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99221
Initial hospital inpatient care refers to the first day of your stay in the hospital. This service typically includes a 30-minute check-up with a healthcare professional. They'll assess your health, discuss your condition, and plan your treatment. It's part of ensuring you receive the best possible care.
21 services21 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Unc Hospitals

Acute Care Hospitals · Chapel Hill, NC
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number340061
Location101 Manning DriveChapel Hill, NC 27514 · Orange County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77030 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
$72.62 typical visit price
range $18.60 – $143.93
Typical copayment $18.15 (range $4.65 – $35.98)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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.

81.38/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality81.25
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost49.97

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.

DR. MERRY CHEN MD
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 792-6161
AMEENA BAGREE MALHOTRA M.D.
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD, 77030-4009
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 792-6161
SOLANGE ERLYN COX MD
Surgery
1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 792-2360
DR. BRYAN KEITH GUILLORY M.D.
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 792-6161
JANUARY Y TSAI MD
Anesthesiology
1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 792-6161
DR. SUNYOUNG LEE MD
Internal Medicine (Medical Oncology)
1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 792-6161
MRS. RACHEL KRAMER FUTRELL PA-C
Physician Assistant
1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 792-6161
MEGAN J TANNER NP-C
Nurse Practitioner
1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 792-6161

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 Susan Gilchrist's NPI number?

The NPI number for Susan Gilchrist is 1306971387. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 22, 2007.

Where is Susan Gilchrist located?

Susan Gilchrist practices at 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030. The listed phone number is (713) 792-6161.

What is Susan Gilchrist's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Cardiovascular Disease, with taxonomy code 207RC0000X.

Is Susan Gilchrist enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Susan Gilchrist 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 Susan Gilchrist accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and UnitedHealthcare list Susan Gilchrist 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 Susan Gilchrist affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Susan Gilchrist is affiliated with Unc Hospitals.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Susan Gilchrist was last updated on January 4, 2017. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.