DR. KUTAYBA ALSAFADI MD
NPI 1396107165
Hospitalist in Houston, TX

Q: What is Kutayba Alsafadi's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kutayba Alsafadi is 1396107165. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 22, 2016.

Q: What is Kutayba Alsafadi's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Hospitalist with taxonomy code 208M00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kutayba Alsafadi was last updated on September 25, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.

Active since March 22, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

18220 STATE HIGHWAY 249 STE 145, HOUSTON, TX 77070(281) 737-0587 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 25, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 23, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 4, 2023, Nov 20, 2019, Mar 22, 2016 (3 updates tracked since 2016).

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About Dr. Kutayba Alsafadi Md NPPES

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

DR. KUTAYBA ALSAFADI MD (NPI 1396107165) is an individual hospitalist provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (R9565) and active in the NPI registry since March 2016. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1396107165

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208M00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. KUTAYBA ALSAFADICredential: MD

Location Address18220 STATE HIGHWAY 249 STE 145Houston, TX 77070-4347

Mailing Address18220 State Highway 249 Ste 145Houston, TX 77070-4347 · (281) 737-0587

Phone(281) 737-0587

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2014

Enumeration DateMarch 22, 2016

Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 25, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedSeptember 25, 2023

✔ NPI 1396107165 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyHospitalistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208M00000X

License✔ Licensed in TX · R9565

Definition

Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License R9565 (TX)

18220 STATE HIGHWAY 249 STE 145, Houston, TX 77070

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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, Community Health Choice, Molina Healthcare.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. Kutayba Alsafadi 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 ID2668766270

PECOS Enrollment IDI20190806003784

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 5

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.

3,468 services547 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.

475 services208 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.

159 services152 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.

153 services145 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.

147 services144 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number450844

Location18220 State Highway 249Houston, TX 77070 · Harris County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77070 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 2

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

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

4 suppliers36 claims36 services$13.07 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

5 suppliers39 claims39 services$61.26 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 Kutayba Alsafadi's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kutayba Alsafadi is 1396107165. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 22, 2016.

Where is Kutayba Alsafadi located?

Kutayba Alsafadi practices at 18220 State Highway 249 Ste 145, Houston, TX 77070. The listed phone number is (281) 737-0587.

What is Kutayba Alsafadi's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Hospitalist with taxonomy code 208M00000X.

Is Kutayba Alsafadi enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kutayba Alsafadi 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 Kutayba Alsafadi accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Community Health Choice and Molina Healthcare list Kutayba Alsafadi 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 Kutayba Alsafadi affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kutayba Alsafadi is affiliated with Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kutayba Alsafadi was last updated on September 25, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.