DR. CARLA C BRAXTON MD
NPI 1427157700
Surgery in Houston, TX

Active since September 22, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
18400 KATY FWY, SUITE 560, HOUSTON, TX 77094(832) 522-3240 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 19, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. Carla C Braxton Md NPPES

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

DR. CARLA C BRAXTON MD (NPI 1427157700) is an individual surgery provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (P8222) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Houston Methodist West Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1991).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1427157700
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CARLA C BRAXTONCredential: MD
Location Address18400 KATY FWY, SUITE 560Houston, TX 77094-1286
Mailing Address18400 Katy Fwy, Suite 560Houston, TX 77094-1286 · (832) 522-3240
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1991
Enumeration DateSeptember 22, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 19, 2016
NPI 1427157700 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
Licenses Licensed in TX · P8222 Licensed in KS · 04-29699
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.
Also ListedSurgery · Surgical Critical CareTaxonomy 2086S0102X · License 04-29699 (KS)
18400 KATY FWY, Houston, TX 77094

Other Identifiers 11

Medicaid205913908MO
Other8GD827TX · Bcbs
Medicaid339836404TX
Other436730KS · Firstguard
Medicare UPINH22207
Medicaid339836403TX
Other8FB774TX · Blue Cross Blue Shield
Other31519012MO · Bcbs Kansas City
Medicaid100425270AKS
Medicare PIN336198YMVQTX
Medicare PIN336198ZSWDTX

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. Carla C Braxton 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 ID7012945892
PECOS Enrollment IDI20140321001110
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.

Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
78 services56 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.
30 services23 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.
29 services29 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Houston Methodist West Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number670077
Location18500 Katy FreewayHouston, TX 77094 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77094 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 20

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

Surgery (Vascular Surgery)
18400 KATY FWY, STE 480
HOUSTON, TX 77094
Family Medicine (Adult Medicine)
18400 KATY FWY, SUITE 405
HOUSTON, TX 77094
Surgery (Vascular Surgery)
18400 KATY FWY, MEDICAL OFFICE BLDG, SUITE 640
HOUSTON, TX 77094
Audiologist
18400 KATY FWY, STE 470
HOUSTON, TX 77094
Physician Assistant
18400 KATY FWY, SUITE 690
HOUSTON, TX 77094
Otolaryngology
18400 KATY FWY
HOUSTON, TX 77094
Colon & Rectal Surgery
18400 KATY FWY, SUITE 560
HOUSTON, TX 77094
Obstetrics & Gynecology
18400 KATY FWY, SUITE 400
HOUSTON, TX 77094

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 Carla Braxton's NPI number?

The NPI number for Carla Braxton is 1427157700. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 22, 2006.

Where is Carla Braxton located?

Carla Braxton practices at 18400 Katy Fwy Suite 560, Houston, TX 77094. The listed phone number is (832) 522-3240.

What is Carla Braxton's specialty?

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

Is Carla Braxton enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Carla Braxton 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 Carla Braxton accept?

Health plans from Community Health Choice and Molina Healthcare list Carla Braxton 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 Carla Braxton affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Carla Braxton is affiliated with Houston Methodist West Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Carla Braxton was last updated on December 19, 2016. 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.