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MAX SCHIMELPFENIG MD
NPI 1467072124
Family Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in Houston, TX

Active since April 23, 2020PECOS Enrolled
1801 NORTH LOOP W STE 10, HOUSTON, TX 77008(713) 862-4963 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 20, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 12, 2023, Apr 23, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About Max Schimelpfenig Md NPPES

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

MAX SCHIMELPFENIG MD (NPI 1467072124) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (T4050) and active in the NPI registry since April 2020. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1467072124
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207QH0002X
Provider Legal NameMAX SCHIMELPFENIGCredential: MD
Location Address1801 NORTH LOOP W STE 10Houston, TX 77008-1445
Mailing Address1801 North Loop W Ste 10Houston, TX 77008-1445 · (713) 862-4963
Phone(713) 862-4963
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateApril 23, 2020
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 20, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 20, 2026
✔ NPI 1467072124 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207QH0002X
License✔ Licensed in TX · T4050
Definition
A family 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 ListedFamily MedicineTaxonomy 207Q00000X · License T4050 (TX)
1801 NORTH LOOP W STE 10, Houston, TX 77008
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Baylor Scott and White Health Plan, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Max Schimelpfenig Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Max Schimelpfenig reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Elevate Health PA
Same address
Family Medicine
1801 NORTH LOOP W, SUITE 10
Houston, TX 77008
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 3 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1013102052 (713) 862-4963

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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 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.
31 services23 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.
16 services16 patients

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
$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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

MICHAEL DAVID GIGLIO MD
Family Medicine
1801 NORTH LOOP W STE 10
HOUSTON, TX 77008
Harris County (713) 862-4963

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 Max Schimelpfenig's NPI number?

The NPI number for Max Schimelpfenig is 1467072124. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 23, 2020.

Where is Max Schimelpfenig located?

Max Schimelpfenig practices at 1801 North Loop W Ste 10, Houston, TX 77008. The listed phone number is (713) 862-4963.

What is Max Schimelpfenig's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207QH0002X.

Is Max Schimelpfenig enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Max Schimelpfenig is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organization bills Medicare for Max Schimelpfenig's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Max Schimelpfenig reassigns Medicare benefits to Elevate Health PA (Houston, TX). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Max Schimelpfenig's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Max Schimelpfenig accept?

Health plans from Baylor Scott and White Health Plan and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas list Max Schimelpfenig 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 Max Schimelpfenig was last updated on October 20, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 days 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.