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DR. BRYAN C LIPSEN M.D.
NPI 1437150083
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Houston, TX

Active since August 04, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
509 W TIDWELL RD, SUITE 314, HOUSTON, TX 77091(713) 635-6996(713) 635-6994 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 25, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 25, 2021, Dec 1, 2015 (2 updates tracked since 2015).

About Dr. Bryan C Lipsen M.d. NPPES

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

DR. BRYAN C LIPSEN M.D. (NPI 1437150083) is an individual nephrology provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (J8034) and active in the NPI registry since August 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital, and is a graduate of New York Medical College (1982).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1437150083
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameDR. BRYAN C LIPSENCredential: M.D.
Location Address509 W TIDWELL RD, SUITE 314Houston, TX 77091-4352
Mailing Address509 W Tidwell Rd Ste 314Houston, TX 77091-4354 · (731) 635-6996 · Fax (713) 635-6994
Phone(713) 635-6996
Fax(713) 635-6994
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSNew York Medical CollegeGraduated 1982
Enumeration DateAugust 4, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 25, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 25, 2021
✔ NPI 1437150083 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RN0300X
License✔ Licensed in TX · J8034
Definition
An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License J8034 (TX)
Also ListedInternal Medicine · HepatologyTaxonomy 207RI0008X · License J8034 (TX)
509 W TIDWELL RD, Houston, TX 77091
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Dr. Bryan C Lipsen M.d.

Other Identifiers 4

Medicaid127602408TX
Medicaid10021896TX
Other3766622TX · Aetna
Medicaid171704301TX

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

Dr. Bryan C Lipsen 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 ID840258448
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050120000287
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.
501 services41 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.
53 services41 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
52 services40 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.
41 services11 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.
38 services31 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Humble, TX
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450684
Location18951 Memorial NorthHumble, TX 77338 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77091 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.

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.

Reported Quality Measures

Diabetes: Medical Attention for Nephropathy
The percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a nephropathy screening test or evidence of nephropathy during the measurement period
54%116 patients3/55-star benchmark: 99%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
81%900 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
20%341 patients1/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
Patients tobacco: 96% · 234 patients
96%234 patients
Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication.
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients 2+: 4% · 122 patients
6%122 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 7

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

DR. MARCOS HIROSHI IKEDA MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology
509 W TIDWELL RD, SUITE 318
HOUSTON, TX 77091
Harris County (713) 692-0600
UNITED CARE PHYSICIANS GROUP PLLC
Clinic/Center (Multi-Specialty)
509 W TIDWELL RD
HOUSTON, TX 77091
Harris County (713) 691-3649
MR. JOSEPH OKYERE NP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
509 W TIDWELL RD
HOUSTON, TX 77091
Harris County (281) 618-8500
LIVER, KIDNEY AND INTERNAL MEDICINE CENTER
Family Medicine
509 W TIDWELL RD, SUITE 314
HOUSTON, TX 77091
Harris County (713) 635-6996
THE FOOT AND ANKLE ASSOCIATES OF TEXAS, PLLC
Podiatrist (Foot & Ankle Surgery)
509 W TIDWELL RD, 110
HOUSTON, TX 77091
Harris County (281) 974-3177
SLEEP CENTER AT DOCTORS HOSPITAL LLC
Clinic/Center (Sleep Disorder Diagnostic)
509 W TIDWELL RD, STE. 301
HOUSTON, TX 77091
Harris County (713) 692-8125
XPRESS CLINICAL LABORATORY LP
Clinical Medical Laboratory
509 W TIDWELL RD, SUITE 250
HOUSTON, TX 77091
Harris County (713) 692-8999

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 Bryan Lipsen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Bryan Lipsen is 1437150083. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 4, 2005. The provider is also known as Dr. Bryan C Lipsen M.D..

Where is Bryan Lipsen located?

Bryan Lipsen practices at 509 W Tidwell Rd Suite 314, Houston, TX 77091. The listed phone number is (713) 635-6996.

What is Bryan Lipsen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Is Bryan Lipsen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Bryan Lipsen 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 Bryan Lipsen 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 6 other insurers list Bryan Lipsen 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 Bryan Lipsen affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Bryan Lipsen is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Bryan Lipsen was last updated on February 25, 2021. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.