FLORA PALMER-IKUKU
NPI 1508577537
Nurse Practitioner in Houston, TX

Q: What is Flora Palmer-ikuku's NPI number?

The NPI number for Flora Palmer-ikuku is 1508577537. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 12, 2022.

Q: What is Flora Palmer-ikuku's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner with taxonomy code 363L00000X.

Active since December 12, 2022PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

18300 KATY FWY STE 305, HOUSTON, TX 77094(832) 522-8520(832) 522-8524 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 7, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 7, 2023, Dec 12, 2022 (2 updates tracked since 2022).

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About Flora Palmer-ikuku NPPES

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

FLORA PALMER-IKUKU (NPI 1508577537) is an individual nurse practitioner in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (1099702) and active in the NPI registry since December 2022. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2022).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1508577537

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy363L00000X

Provider Legal NameFLORA PALMER-IKUKU

Location Address18300 KATY FWY STE 305Houston, TX 77094-1521

Mailing Address18300 Katy Fwy Ste 305Houston, TX 77094-1521 · (832) 522-8520 · Fax (832) 522-8524

Phone(832) 522-8520

Fax(832) 522-8524

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2022

Enumeration DateDecember 12, 2022

Last NPPES UpdateDecember 7, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedDecember 7, 2023

✔ NPI 1508577537 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

Taxonomy Code363L00000X

License✔ Licensed in TX · 1099702

Definition

(1) A registered nurse provider with a graduate degree in nursing prepared for advanced practice involving independent and interdependent decision making and direct accountability for clinical judgment across the health care continuum or in a certified specialty. (2) A registered nurse who has completed additional training beyond basic nursing education and who provides primary health care services in accordance with state nurse practice laws or statutes. Tasks performed by nurse practitioners vary with practice requirements mandated by geographic, political, economic, and social factors. Nurse practitioner specialists include, but are not limited to, family nurse practitioners, gerontological nurse practitioners, pediatric nurse practitioners, obstetric-gynecologic nurse practitioners, and school nurse practitioners.

18300 KATY FWY STE 305, Houston, TX 77094

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Community Health Choice, Molina Healthcare, WellPoint.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

Flora Palmer-ikuku 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 ID3072971746

PECOS Enrollment IDI20230628001638

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.

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.

249 services170 patients

Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes 99442

This is a service where you have a phone conversation with your doctor for 11-20 minutes. It's used for discussing health concerns, reviewing test results, or managing ongoing conditions. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without an in-person visit.

16 services13 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.

13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Houston Methodist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number450358

Location6565 FanninHouston, TX 77030 · Harris County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Baytown, TX

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number450424

Location4401 Garth RoadBaytown, TX 77521 · Harris County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Houston Methodist Sugarland Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Sugar Land, TX

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number450820

Location16655 Southwest FreewaySugar Land, TX 77479 · Fort Bend County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

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

$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.

VINDHYA TULASI KONERU MD

Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)

18300 KATY FWY STE 305
HOUSTON, TX 77094

Harris County (832) 522-8520

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 Flora Palmer-ikuku's NPI number?

The NPI number for Flora Palmer-ikuku is 1508577537. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 12, 2022.

Where is Flora Palmer-ikuku located?

Flora Palmer-ikuku practices at 18300 Katy Fwy Ste 305, Houston, TX 77094. The listed phone number is (832) 522-8520.

What is Flora Palmer-ikuku's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner with taxonomy code 363L00000X.

Is Flora Palmer-ikuku enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Flora Palmer-ikuku 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 Flora Palmer-ikuku accept?

Health plans from Community Health Choice, Molina Healthcare and WellPoint list Flora Palmer-ikuku 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 Flora Palmer-ikuku affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Flora Palmer-ikuku is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital, Houston Methodist Sugarland Hospital and Houston Methodist West Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Flora Palmer-ikuku was last updated on December 7, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.