DR. ELEGY LEON ETTER II MD
NPI 1457302390
Surgery in Houston, TX

Active since May 15, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1315 ST JOSEPH PKWY, SUITE 1708, HOUSTON, TX 77002(713) 772-1200(713) 759-0786 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 14, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 14, 2021, Jul 6, 2020, Jan 2, 2020 and 8 more (11 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Elegy Leon Etter Ii Md NPPES

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

DR. ELEGY LEON ETTER II MD (NPI 1457302390) is an individual surgery provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (G3336) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Joseph Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston (1982).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1457302390
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDR. ELEGY LEON ETTER IICredential: MD
Location Address1315 ST JOSEPH PKWY, SUITE 1708Houston, TX 77002-8233
Mailing Address13811 Murphy RdStafford, TX 77477-4903 · (713) 772-1200 · Fax (713) 759-0786
Fax(713) 759-0786
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical Branch At GalvestonGraduated 1982
Enumeration DateMay 15, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 14, 202111 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 14, 2021
NPI 1457302390 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License Licensed in TX · G3336
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.
1315 ST JOSEPH PKWY, Houston, TX 77002

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid122872807TX

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. Elegy Leon Etter Ii 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 ID9335155324
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060228000736
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 2

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 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.
15 services11 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

St Joseph Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipPhysician
CMS Certification Number450035
Location1401 St. Joseph ParkwayHouston, TX 77002 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77002 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.

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

Perioperative Care: Selection of Prophylactic Antibiotic - First OR Second Generation Cephalosporin
Percentage of surgical patients aged 18 years and older undergoing procedures with the indications for a first OR second generation cephalosporin prophylactic antibiotic, who had an order for a first OR second generation cephalosporin for antimicrobial…
95%20 patients
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 20

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

Clinical Medical Laboratory
1315 ST JOSEPH PKWY
HOUSTON, TX 77002
Specialist
1315 ST JOSEPH PKWY, STE 1003
HOUSTON, TX 77002
Specialist
1315 ST JOSEPH PKWY, SUITE 1004
HOUSTON, TX 77002
Obstetrics & Gynecology
1315 ST JOSEPH PKWY, 1007
HOUSTON, TX 77002
Specialist
1315 ST JOSEPH PKWY, SUITE #1700
HOUSTON, TX 77002
Pediatrics (Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine)
1315 ST JOSEPH PKWY, SUITE 1703
HOUSTON, TX 77002
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
1315 ST JOSEPH PKWY, SUITE 1801
HOUSTON, TX 77002
Surgery
1315 ST JOSEPH PKWY, SUITE 1708
HOUSTON, TX 77002

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 Elegy Etter's NPI number?

The NPI number for Elegy Etter is 1457302390. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 15, 2006.

Where is Elegy Etter located?

Elegy Etter practices at 1315 St Joseph Pkwy Suite 1708, Houston, TX 77002. The listed phone number is (713) 772-1200.

What is Elegy Etter's specialty?

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

Is Elegy Etter enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Elegy Etter 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 Elegy Etter 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 Elegy Etter 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 Elegy Etter affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Elegy Etter is affiliated with St Joseph Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Elegy Etter was last updated on June 14, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.