DR. NELSON EDDIE LIOU M.D.
NPI 1518298587
Otolaryngology in Houston, TX

Q: What is Nelson Liou's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nelson Liou is 1518298587. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 14, 2010.

Q: What is Nelson Liou's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Otolaryngology with taxonomy code 207Y00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nelson Liou was last updated on November 20, 2020. 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.

Active since January 14, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

91.34/100

CMS Quality Rating

6550 FANNIN ST, STE 1727, HOUSTON, TX 77030(713) 798-3241 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 20, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: September 06, 2026.

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About Dr. Nelson Eddie Liou M.d. NPPES

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

DR. NELSON EDDIE LIOU M.D. (NPI 1518298587) is an individual otolaryngology provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (Q0962) and active in the NPI registry since January 2010. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Chi St Luke's Health Baylor College Of Medicine Me, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At Dallas (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1518298587

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207Y00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. NELSON EDDIE LIOUCredential: M.D.

Location Address6550 FANNIN ST, STE 1727Houston, TX 77030-2717

Mailing Address6550 Fannin St, Ste 1727Houston, TX 77030-2717 · (713) 798-3241

Phone(713) 798-3241

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At DallasGraduated 2008

Enumeration DateJanuary 14, 2010

Last NPPES UpdateNovember 20, 2020

NPPES CertifiedNovember 20, 2020

✔ NPI 1518298587 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOtolaryngologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207Y00000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in TX · Q0962✔ Licensed in TX · BP10030817

Definition

An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for patients with diseases and disorders that affect the ears, nose, throat, the respiratory and upper alimentary systems and related structures of the head and neck. An otolaryngologist diagnoses and provides medical and/or surgical therapy or prevention of diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders and/or injuries of the ears, nose, sinuses, throat, respiratory and upper alimentary systems, face, jaws and the other head and neck systems. Head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and the treatment of disorders of hearing and voice are fundamental areas of expertise.

6550 FANNIN ST, Houston, TX 77030

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Other Identifiers 2

OtherBP10030817TX · Resident Permit Number

OtherQ0962TX · Texas License

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

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Nelson Eddie Liou 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 ID5193945368

PECOS Enrollment IDI20141010000722

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.

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.

103 services79 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.

82 services82 patients

Diagnostic exam of voice box using a flexible endoscope 31575

This procedure involves a doctor examining your voice box using a flexible endoscope, a thin tube with a light and camera. It's inserted through your nose or mouth to visualize your throat area. It helps detect any abnormalities in your voice box, ensuring optimal vocal health.

78 services66 patients

Fusion of upper spine bone with removal of disc and release of spinal cord or nerve, each additional disc 22552

This is a surgical procedure where the upper spine bones are joined together after removing a disc. This helps to relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerves. If more discs need to be removed, the same process is repeated for each additional disc.

53 services32 patients

Fusion of upper spine bone with removal of disc and release of spinal cord or nerve, 1 disc 22551

This procedure involves fusing together the bones in the upper spine to stabilize it. A disc is removed to ease pressure on the spinal cord or nerve. This helps reduce pain and improve mobility. This is a common treatment for certain spinal conditions.

44 services44 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Chi St Luke's Health Baylor College Of Medicine Me

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number450193

Location6720 Bertner Ave, Ste Mc1-266Houston, TX 77030 · Harris County

Emergency services

Baptist Beaumont Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Beaumont, TX

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number450346

Location3080 College StreetBeaumont, TX 77701 · Jefferson County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

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

St Luke's The Woodlands Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · The Woodlands, TX

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number450862

Location17200 St Luke's WayThe Woodlands, TX 77384 · Montgomery County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Luke's Hospital At The Vintage

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number670075

Location20171 Chasewood Park DriveHouston, TX 77070 · Harris County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77030 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

$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.

91.34/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

81.64

Promoting Interoperability

89.13

Improvement Activities

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 16

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Sterile water, saline and/or dextrose, diluent/flush, 10 ml A4216

DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N

1 supplier11 claims550 services$0.33 avg. paid by Medicare

Adhesive remover, wipes, any type, each A4456

DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N

1 supplier18 claims1,500 services$0.21 avg. paid by Medicare

Tracheal suction catheter, any type other than closed system, each A4624

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

3 suppliers12 claims975 services$2.51 avg. paid by Medicare

Tracheostomy care kit for established tracheostomy A4629

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N

2 suppliers13 claims390 services$4.01 avg. paid by Medicare

Skin barrier, wipes or swabs, each A5120

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF010N

1 supplier13 claims1,550 services$0.18 avg. paid by Medicare

Tubing, used with suction pump, each A7002

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

8 suppliers12 claims42 services$3.11 avg. paid by Medicare

Large volume nebulizer, disposable, unfilled, used with aerosol compressor A7007

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

2 suppliers13 claims26 services$1.97 avg. paid by Medicare

Filter holder and integrated filter without adhesive, for use in a tracheostoma heat and moisture exchange system, each A7507

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N

1 supplier44 claims4,410 services$2.33 avg. paid by Medicare

Housing and integrated adhesive, for use in a tracheostoma heat and moisture exchange system and/or with a tracheostoma valve, each A7508

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N

1 supplier23 claims2,560 services$2.63 avg. paid by Medicare

Tracheostomy/laryngectomy tube, non-cuffed, polyvinylchloride (pvc), silicone or equal, each A7520

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N

3 suppliers14 claims14 services$42.49 avg. paid by Medicare

Tracheostomy mask, each A7525

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N

2 suppliers15 claims27 services$1.88 avg. paid by Medicare

Tracheostomy tube collar/holder, each A7526

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N

3 suppliers32 claims697 services$3.05 avg. paid by Medicare

Enteral feeding supply kit; syringe fed, per day, includes but not limited to feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, tape B4034

Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N

4 suppliers14 claims352 services$2.54 avg. paid by Medicare

Enteral formula, nutritionally complete, calorically dense (equal to or greater than 1.5 kcal/ml) with intact nutrients, includes proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, may include fiber, administered through an enteral feeding tube, 100 calories = 1 unit B4152

Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N

3 suppliers12 claims6,559 services$0.24 avg. paid by Medicare

Compressor, air power source for equipment which is not self-contained or cylinder driven E0565

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

3 suppliers18 claims18 services$28.51 avg. paid by Medicare

Respiratory suction pump, home model, portable or stationary, electric E0600

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

8 suppliers38 claims43 services$31.96 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

MEGAN MCCLANAHAN

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

6550 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030

Harris County (713) 441-5155

MARIANNE CARLSON PSYD

Psychologist (Clinical)

6550 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030

Harris County (346) 248-2040

MARIE MCLAIN P.A.

Physician Assistant

6550 FANNIN ST, SMITH TOWER, SUITE 1901
HOUSTON, TX 77030

Harris County (713) 441-1100

DALIA MOGHAZY MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology

6550 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030

Harris County (713) 790-3311

YVONNE I-FANG CHU M.D.

Ophthalmology

6550 FANNIN ST, SUITE 1501
HOUSTON, TX 77030

Harris County (713) 798-6100

DR. SAM JERRY LONG D.D.S.

Dentist (General Practice)

6550 FANNIN ST, STE 2103
HOUSTON, TX 77030

Harris County (713) 797-0846

THOMAS W KNIGHT MD

Internal Medicine

6550 FANNIN ST, SMITH 1101
HOUSTON, TX 77030

Harris County (713) 441-0006

DR. JOOHI JIMENEZ-SHAHED M.D.

Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)

6550 FANNIN ST, SUITE 1801
HOUSTON, TX 77030

Harris County (713) 798-5975

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 Nelson Liou's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nelson Liou is 1518298587. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 14, 2010.

Where is Nelson Liou located?

Nelson Liou practices at 6550 Fannin St Ste 1727, Houston, TX 77030. The listed phone number is (713) 798-3241.

What is Nelson Liou's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Otolaryngology with taxonomy code 207Y00000X.

Is Nelson Liou enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nelson Liou 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 Nelson Liou 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 Nelson Liou 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 Nelson Liou affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nelson Liou is affiliated with Chi St Luke's Health Baylor College Of Medicine Me, Baptist Beaumont Hospital, Houston Methodist Hospital, St Luke's The Woodlands Hospital and St Luke's Hospital At The Vintage.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nelson Liou was last updated on November 20, 2020. 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.