DR. KENDELL JEAN SOWARDS M.D.
NPI 1417206772
Surgery in Houston, TX

Active since September 02, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1631 NORTH LOOP W STE 430, HOUSTON, TX 77008(832) 658-5600 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 4, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 4, 2026, Sep 15, 2025, Oct 4, 2018 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Kendell Jean Sowards M.d. NPPES

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

DR. KENDELL JEAN SOWARDS M.D. (NPI 1417206772) is an individual surgery provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (R2231) and active in the NPI registry since September 2012. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Houston.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1417206772
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDR. KENDELL JEAN SOWARDSCredential: M.D.
Location Address1631 NORTH LOOP W STE 430Houston, TX 77008-1539
Mailing Address6431 Fannin StHouston, TX 77030-1501
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateSeptember 2, 2012
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 4, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 4, 2026
NPI 1417206772 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License Licensed in TX · R2231
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
1631 NORTH LOOP W STE 430, Houston, TX 77008

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 16414 Fannin St Ste G150Houston, TX 77030-1514 · Phone (832) 325-7125 · Fax (713) 512-2200

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid373183803TX

Accepted 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

Dr. Kendell Jean Sowards 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 ID2163652686
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170807002565
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 3

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.
47 services24 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.
26 services26 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.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Memorial Hermann Hospital System

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450184
Location1635 North Loop WestHouston, TX 77008 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77008 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
$90.40 typical visit price
range $58.24 – $176.98
Typical copayment $22.60 (range $14.56 – $44.24)
Most-billed visit code 99203
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

Surgery
1631 NORTH LOOP W STE 430
HOUSTON, TX 77008

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 Kendell Sowards's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kendell Sowards is 1417206772. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 2, 2012.

Where is Kendell Sowards located?

Kendell Sowards practices at 1631 North Loop W Ste 430, Houston, TX 77008. The listed phone number is (832) 658-5600.

What is Kendell Sowards's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Kendell Sowards enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kendell Sowards 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 Kendell Sowards 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 3 other insurers list Kendell Sowards 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 Kendell Sowards affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kendell Sowards is affiliated with Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center and Memorial Hermann Hospital System.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kendell Sowards was last updated on March 4, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.