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LOUIS JOSEPH LUX M.D.
NPI 1407872955
Internal Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in Austin, TX

Active since July 15, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
89.44/100
CMS Quality Rating
805 W 37TH ST, AUSTIN, TX 78705(512) 421-4280 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 3, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 3, 2022, Jan 17, 2022, Jan 10, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

About Louis Joseph Lux M.d. NPPES

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

LOUIS JOSEPH LUX M.D. (NPI 1407872955) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in Austin, Texas, licensed in Texas (H7183) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At Dallas (1985).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1407872955
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RH0002X
Provider Legal NameLOUIS JOSEPH LUXCredential: M.D.
Location Address805 W 37TH STAustin, TX 78705-1171
Mailing AddressPo Box 911230Dallas, TX 75391-1230 · (972) 997-8000 · Fax (972) 234-2987
Phone(512) 421-4280
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At DallasGraduated 1985
Enumeration DateJuly 15, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 3, 20223 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 3, 2022
✔ NPI 1407872955 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RH0002X
License✔ Licensed in TX · H7183
Definition
An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
Also ListedAnesthesiology · Hospice and Palliative MedicineTaxonomy 207LH0002X · License H7183 (TX)
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License H7183 (TX)
805 W 37TH ST, Austin, TX 78705
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Other Identifiers 2

Other8R7683TX · Blue Cross Blue Shield
Medicaid124733005TX

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and more.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

Louis Joseph Lux 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 ID7416914676
PECOS Enrollment IDI20041220000486
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 4

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
676 services183 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
83 services83 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
73 services56 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
23 services19 patients

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.

89.44/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality75.85
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

DR. SRIVANI THATIKONDA M.D
Radiology (Radiation Oncology)
805 W 37TH ST
AUSTIN, TX 78705
Travis County (512) 421-4280

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 Louis Lux's NPI number?

The NPI number for Louis Lux is 1407872955. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 15, 2006.

Where is Louis Lux located?

Louis Lux practices at 805 W 37th St, Austin, TX 78705. The listed phone number is (512) 421-4280.

What is Louis Lux's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RH0002X.

Is Louis Lux enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Louis Lux 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 Louis Lux accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and 8 other insurers list Louis Lux 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Louis Lux was last updated on February 3, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.