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DR. JOHN WHITESELL MILLER M.D.
NPI 1578524286
Ophthalmology - Retina Specialist in Houston, TX

Active since March 31, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
81.8/100
CMS Quality Rating
1315 ST JOSEPH PKWY, SUITE 1601, HOUSTON, TX 77002(713) 650-0391(713) 650-0395 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 31, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 30, 2026.

About Dr. John Whitesell Miller M.d. NPPES

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

DR. JOHN WHITESELL MILLER M.D. (NPI 1578524286) is an individual retina specialist in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (H0640) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Joseph Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Medical School At Houston (1985).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1578524286
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207WX0107X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOHN WHITESELL MILLERCredential: M.D.
Location Address1315 ST JOSEPH PKWY, SUITE 1601Houston, TX 77002-8233
Mailing Address1315 St Joseph Pkwy, Suite 1601Houston, TX 77002-8233 · (713) 650-0391 · Fax (713) 650-0395
Phone(713) 650-0391
Fax(713) 650-0395
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical School At HoustonGraduated 1985
Enumeration DateMarch 31, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 31, 2025
NPPES CertifiedOctober 31, 2025
✔ NPI 1578524286 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmology · Retina SpecialistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207WX0107X
License✔ Licensed in TX · H0640
Definition
An ophthalmologist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of vitreoretinal diseases.
Also ListedOphthalmologyTaxonomy 207W00000X · License H0640 (TX)
1315 ST JOSEPH PKWY, Houston, TX 77002
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Other Identifiers 1

MedicaidP085071J7TX

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, CHRISTUS Health Plan, UnitedHealthcare.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. John Whitesell Miller 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 ID5799733796
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050106000409
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 7

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.

Injection of drug into eye 67028
An injection into the eye is a procedure where a medication is delivered directly into your eye to treat various conditions. A local anesthetic is applied to numb the eye, ensuring minimal discomfort. The drug helps manage diseases like macular degeneration or diabetic retinopathy.
803 services160 patients
Imaging of retina 92134
Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.
644 services229 patients
Compounded drug, not otherwise classified J7999
A compounded drug is a personalized medication created to meet unique patient needs. If you can't take standard drugs due to allergies or need a specific dosage not commercially available, a pharmacist can mix ingredients to make a drug specifically for you.
549 services119 patients
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 92012
This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.
344 services184 patients
Injection, aflibercept, 1 mg J0178
Aflibercept injection is a treatment for certain eye conditions that affect vision. It works by blocking abnormal blood vessel growth and leakage in the eye, which can cause vision loss. The medication is administered directly into the eye by a healthcare professional.
220 services36 patients
Injection, bevacizumab, 10 mg J9035
Bevacizumab is a medication given through an injection. It's designed to prevent the growth of new blood vessels that cancer cells need to grow and spread. The 10 mg dose refers to the amount of the drug in the injection.
49 services36 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
$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.

81.8/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality100
Improvement Activities40
Cost39.35

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.

QUEST DIAGNOSTICS CLINICAL LABORATORIES INC
Clinical Medical Laboratory
1315 ST JOSEPH PKWY
HOUSTON, TX 77002
Harris County (713) 654-8128
DR. GARLAND WILLIAM GOSSETT M.D.
Specialist
1315 ST JOSEPH PKWY, STE 1003
HOUSTON, TX 77002
Harris County (713) 659-2666
GERALD RATINOV, MD
Specialist
1315 ST JOSEPH PKWY, SUITE 1004
HOUSTON, TX 77002
Harris County (713) 654-1800
DR. WEILIE KRISTIN S. TJOA
Obstetrics & Gynecology
1315 ST JOSEPH PKWY, 1007
HOUSTON, TX 77002
Harris County (713) 951-9996
DEMETRIO P TAGAROPULOS M.D.
Specialist
1315 ST JOSEPH PKWY, SUITE #1700
HOUSTON, TX 77002
Harris County (713) 652-5011
DR. HECTOR RUBEN PIERANTONI M.D.
Pediatrics (Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine)
1315 ST JOSEPH PKWY, SUITE 1703
HOUSTON, TX 77002
Harris County (713) 751-0794
SARASWATI P REDDY MD
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
1315 ST JOSEPH PKWY, SUITE 1801
HOUSTON, TX 77002
Harris County (713) 659-9800
E. LEON ETTER II MD PA
Surgery
1315 ST JOSEPH PKWY, SUITE 1708
HOUSTON, TX 77002
Harris County (713) 739-1391

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 John Miller's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Miller is 1578524286. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 31, 2006.

Where is John Miller located?

John Miller practices at 1315 St Joseph Pkwy Suite 1601, Houston, TX 77002. The listed phone number is (713) 650-0391.

What is John Miller's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology, specializing in Retina Specialist, with taxonomy code 207WX0107X.

Is John Miller enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John Miller 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 John Miller accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, CHRISTUS Health Plan and UnitedHealthcare list John Miller 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 John Miller affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, John Miller is affiliated with St Joseph Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John Miller was last updated on October 31, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 months 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.