AUGUSTUS ARIEL ANTONIO POLICARPIO MD
NPI 1356671515
Internal Medicine in Houston, TX

Q: What is Augustus Ariel Policarpio's NPI number?

The NPI number for Augustus Ariel Policarpio is 1356671515. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 10, 2010.

Q: What is Augustus Ariel Policarpio's specialty?

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

Active since January 10, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

7322 SOUTHWEST FWY STE 160, HOUSTON, TX 77074(713) 532-6884 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 7, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

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About Augustus Ariel Antonio Policarpio Md NPPES

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

AUGUSTUS ARIEL ANTONIO POLICARPIO MD (NPI 1356671515) is an individual internal medicine provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (P0274) and active in the NPI registry since January 2010. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2004).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1356671515

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207R00000X

Provider Legal NameAUGUSTUS ARIEL ANTONIO POLICARPIOCredential: MD

Location Address7322 SOUTHWEST FWY STE 160Houston, TX 77074-2073

Mailing Address7322 Southwest Fwy Ste 160Houston, TX 77074-2073

Phone(713) 532-6884

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2004

Enumeration DateJanuary 10, 2010

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 7, 2016

✔ NPI 1356671515 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207R00000X

License✔ Licensed in TX · P0274

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.

7322 SOUTHWEST FWY STE 160, Houston, TX 77074

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid094010801TX

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Augustus Ariel Antonio Policarpio 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 ID8628243482

PECOS Enrollment IDI20111207000397

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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Augustus Ariel Policarpio reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Vpa Of Texas PLLC

6.0 mi

Family Medicine

8588 KATY FWY STE 226A
Houston, TX 77024

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

NPI 1093753907 (713) 532-6884

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 11

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.

Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99349

An established patient home visit is a medical appointment conducted at your home, typically lasting around 40 minutes. This service is ideal for patients who may find it difficult to travel to a healthcare facility. During this visit, a healthcare professional will evaluate your health status, manage your care, and answer any health-related questions you may have.

410 services171 patients

Residence visit for established patient with low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99348

An established patient home visit is a 25-minute appointment where a healthcare provider visits you at your home. This service is for patients who have previously been seen by the provider. It includes a check-up and discussion about your health concerns.

269 services151 patients

Physician or allowed practitioner supervision of a patient receiving medicare-covered services provided by a participating home health agency (patient not present) requiring complex and multidisciplinary care modalities involving regular physician or allow G0181

This service involves a physician overseeing your care while you receive Medicare-covered services from a home health agency. The care you're receiving is complex and involves various disciplines. The physician isn't physically present but regularly supervises your treatment to ensure optimal health outcomes.

167 services60 patients

Physician or allowed practitioner re-certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians a G0179

This procedure involves a doctor or approved practitioner reviewing your health status and re-certifying your need for Medicare-covered home health services. It includes communication with the home health agency and assessment of your health reports, even when you're not physically present.

162 services77 patients

Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes 99443

This service involves a 21-30 minute phone conversation with a physician. It's a chance for you to discuss your health concerns, symptoms or treatment plans. It's similar to an in-person consultation, but conducted over the phone for your convenience and safety.

86 services78 patients

Physician or allowed practitioner certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians and G0180

This is a service where a doctor or authorized practitioner certifies that you require Medicare-covered home health services. They will communicate with the home health agency and review reports on your health status to ensure you receive appropriate care. This does not involve an in-person visit.

44 services41 patients

Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008

The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.

36 services36 patients

Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497

Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.

30 services30 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.

30 services30 patients

Residence visit for new patient with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 60 minutes 99344

A new patient home visit is a comprehensive service where a healthcare professional visits your home for about an hour. This visit includes an overall health assessment, discussion about your medical history, and planning for future healthcare needs. The goal is to understand your health status and provide personalized care.

21 services21 patients

Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month 99490

Chronic care management services involve a healthcare professional directing clinical staff in managing your chronic conditions. This includes the first 20 minutes per month of services like medication management, care coordination, and health monitoring to help improve your health and quality of life.

20 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77074 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 17

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

6 suppliers19 claims74 services$6.73 avg. paid by Medicare

Lancets, per box of 100 A4259

DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N

4 suppliers14 claims28 services$1.24 avg. paid by Medicare

Tracheal suction catheter, any type other than closed system, each A4624

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

2 suppliers12 claims1,065 services$2.55 avg. paid by Medicare

Oropharyngeal suction catheter, each A4628

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

5 suppliers25 claims62 services$3.25 avg. paid by Medicare

Canister, disposable, used with suction pump, each A7000

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

3 suppliers24 claims106 services$7.13 avg. paid by Medicare

Tubing, used with suction pump, each A7002

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

5 suppliers26 claims183 services$3.15 avg. paid by Medicare

Enteral feeding supply kit; syringe fed, per day, includes but not limited to feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, tape B4034

Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N

3 suppliers34 claims977 services$2.62 avg. paid by Medicare

Enteral feeding supply kit; pump fed, per day, includes but not limited to feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, tape B4035

Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N

5 suppliers18 claims549 services$5.95 avg. paid by Medicare

Enteral formula, nutritionally complete, calorically dense (equal to or greater than 1.5 kcal/ml) with intact nutrients, includes proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, may include fiber, administered through an enteral feeding tube, 100 calories = 1 unit B4152

Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N

5 suppliers22 claims13,046 services$0.23 avg. paid by Medicare

Enteral formula, nutritionally complete, for special metabolic needs, excludes inherited disease of metabolism, includes altered composition of proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and/or minerals, may include fiber, administered through an enteral feeding tube, 100 calories = 1 unit B4154

Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N

3 suppliers26 claims13,008 services$0.66 avg. paid by Medicare

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

DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N

2 suppliers29 claims29 services$46.19 avg. paid by Medicare

Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, without mattress E0261

DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N

1 supplier33 claims33 services$38.64 avg. paid by Medicare

Patient lift, hydraulic or mechanical, includes any seat, sling, strap(s) or pad(s) E0630

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

1 supplier24 claims24 services$26.50 avg. paid by Medicare

Trapeze bars, a/k/a patient helper, attached to bed, with grab bar E0910

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

2 suppliers39 claims39 services$7.04 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

2 suppliers12 claims12 services$60.30 avg. paid by Medicare

Standard wheelchair K0001

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N

1 supplier35 claims35 services$13.05 avg. paid by Medicare

Elevating leg rests, pair (for use with capped rental wheelchair base) K0195

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD021N

2 suppliers15 claims15 services$5.54 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 4

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

GITA SINGH MD

Family Medicine

7322 SOUTHWEST FWY STE 160
HOUSTON, TX 77074

Harris County (713) 532-6884

ARPAN BANERJEE

Physician Assistant

7322 SOUTHWEST FWY STE 160
HOUSTON, TX 77074

Harris County (713) 532-6884

IJEOMA CEDAR NWANKWO ANP-BC

Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)

7322 SOUTHWEST FWY STE 160
HOUSTON, TX 77074

Harris County (713) 532-6884

KATHLEEN SZELEI-STEVENS M.D.

General Practice

7322 SOUTHWEST FWY STE 160
HOUSTON, TX 77074

Harris County (713) 532-6884

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 Augustus Ariel Policarpio's NPI number?

The NPI number for Augustus Ariel Policarpio is 1356671515. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 10, 2010.

Where is Augustus Ariel Policarpio located?

Augustus Ariel Policarpio practices at 7322 Southwest Fwy Ste 160, Houston, TX 77074. The listed phone number is (713) 532-6884.

What is Augustus Ariel Policarpio's specialty?

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

Is Augustus Ariel Policarpio enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Augustus Ariel Policarpio 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 organization bills Medicare for Augustus Ariel Policarpio's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Augustus Ariel Policarpio reassigns Medicare benefits to Vpa Of Texas PLLC (Houston, TX). The 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 Augustus Ariel Policarpio's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Augustus Ariel Policarpio was last updated on January 7, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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.