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DR. MICHAEL JAMES BARBER M.D.
NPI 1477622710
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Houston, TX

Active since November 08, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2180 NORTH LOOP WEST, SUITE 450, HOUSTON, TX 77018(832) 384-1560(832) 384-1585 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 9, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 9, 2018, May 10, 2017, Sep 20, 2016 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Michael James Barber M.d. NPPES

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

DR. MICHAEL JAMES BARBER M.D. (NPI 1477622710) is an individual psychiatry provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (K7653) and active in the NPI registry since November 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Boston University School Of Medicine (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1477622710
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameDR. MICHAEL JAMES BARBERCredential: M.D.
Location Address2180 NORTH LOOP WEST, SUITE 450Houston, TX 77018-8002
Mailing Address2180 North Loop West, Suite 450Houston, TX 77018-8002 · (832) 384-1560 · Fax (832) 384-1585
Phone(832) 384-1560
Fax(832) 384-1585
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSBoston University School Of MedicineGraduated 1998
Enumeration DateNovember 8, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 9, 20184 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1477622710 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License✔ Licensed in TX · K7653
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
2180 NORTH LOOP WEST, Houston, TX 77018
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid058618204TX

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. Michael James Barber 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 ID5890843098
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090428000049
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.
223 services25 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.
146 services34 patients
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.
91 services26 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.
21 services19 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
19 services19 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77018 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
$176.98 typical visit price
range $58.24 – $176.98
Typical copayment $44.24 (range $14.56 – $44.24)
Most-billed visit code 99205
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

Adult Major Depressive Disorder (MDD): Suicide Risk Assessment
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a diagnosis of major depressive disorder (MDD) with a suicide risk assessment completed during the visit in which a new diagnosis or recurrent episode was identified
99%170 patients5/55-star benchmark: 99%
Anti-Depressant Medication Management
Percentage of patients 18 years of age and older who were treated with antidepressant medication, had a diagnosis of major depression, and who remained on an antidepressant medication treatment.
74%146 patients
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.
89%1,968 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…
0%1,154 patients1/55-star benchmark: 97%
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+: 0% · 35 patients
6%35 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

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

DR. BRUCE MILLER MACLEAN PHD
Counselor
2180 NORTH LOOP WEST, SUITE 320
HOUSTON, TX 77018
Harris County (832) 384-1560

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 Michael Barber's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Barber is 1477622710. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 8, 2006.

Where is Michael Barber located?

Michael Barber practices at 2180 North Loop West Suite 450, Houston, TX 77018. The listed phone number is (832) 384-1560.

What is Michael Barber's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Michael Barber enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Michael Barber 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 Michael Barber accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Ambetter of Oklahoma and 5 other insurers list Michael Barber 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 Michael Barber was last updated on November 9, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.