DR. LAURA MARCELA MEZA RIOS M.D.
NPI 1588910491
Internal Medicine - Hematology & Oncology in The Woodlands, TX

Q: What is Laura Meza Rios's NPI number?

The NPI number for Laura Meza Rios is 1588910491. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 28, 2012.

Q: What is Laura Meza Rios's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hematology & Oncology, with taxonomy code 207RH0003X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Laura Meza Rios was last updated on October 12, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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 July 28, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

91.34/100

CMS Quality Rating

17198 ST LUKES WAY, THE WOODLANDS, TX 77384(369) 266-4331 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 12, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

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About Dr. Laura Marcela Meza Rios M.d. NPPES

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

DR. LAURA MARCELA MEZA RIOS M.D. (NPI 1588910491) is an individual hematology & oncology provider in The Woodlands, Texas, licensed in Texas (S5226) and active in the NPI registry since July 2012. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Chi St Luke's Health Baylor College Of Medicine Me, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1588910491

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207RH0003X

Provider Legal NameDR. LAURA MARCELA MEZA RIOSCredential: M.D.

Location Address17198 ST LUKES WAYThe Woodlands, TX 77384-8011

Mailing Address17198 St Lukes WayThe Woodlands, TX 77384-8011 · (369) 266-4331

Phone(369) 266-4331

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2005

Enumeration DateJuly 28, 2012

Last NPPES UpdateOctober 12, 2022

NPPES CertifiedOctober 12, 2022

✔ NPI 1588910491 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hematology & OncologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RH0003X

License✔ Licensed in TX · S5226

Definition

An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License S5226 (TX), 283456 (NY)

Also ListedHospitalistTaxonomy 208M00000X · License 283456 (NY)

17198 ST LUKES WAY, The Woodlands, TX 77384

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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 11425 Portland AveRochester, NY 14621-3001 · Phone (585) 922-4000

Location 2100B Medical DrLake Jackson, TX 77566-5674 · Phone (979) 297-6401

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid04389433NY

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, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Laura Marcela Meza Rios 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 ID4486945771

PECOS Enrollment IDI20200803001056

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 Laura Meza Rios reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Baylor St. Luke's Medical Group

0.2 mi

Internal Medicine

17350 ST LUKES WAY STE 400
The Woodlands, TX 77384

Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
169 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1740485879 (936) 266-3513

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 8

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.

271 services79 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.

142 services76 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

37 services31 patients

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.

34 services19 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203

This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.

30 services30 patients

Telephone medical discussion with physician, 5-10 minutes 99441

A telephone medical discussion with a physician is a brief, 5-10 minute call where you can discuss your health concerns. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without needing to visit a clinic. It's important to prepare questions in advance to make the most of this time.

23 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Chi St Lukes Health Memorial Livingston

Acute Care Hospitals · Livingston, TX

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number450395

Location1717 Hwy 59 BypassLivingston, TX 77351 · Polk 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

Chi St Lukes Lakeside Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · The Woodlands, TX

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other

CMS Certification Number670059

Location17400 St Lukes WayThe Woodlands, TX 77384 · Montgomery County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77384 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

$166.88 typical visit price

range $54.84 – $166.88

Typical copayment $41.72 (range $13.71 – $41.72)

Most-billed visit code 99205

Established Patient

$97.05 typical visit price

range $17.52 – $136.11

Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)

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.

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

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.

ANNAMARIA HAGER FNP

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

17198 ST LUKES WAY, SUITE 250
THE WOODLANDS, TX 77384

Montgomery County (936) 321-8821

CHI HIONG U GO MD

Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)

17198 ST LUKES WAY, 510
THE WOODLANDS, TX 77384

Montgomery County (936) 321-6787

JENNIFER HONEYCUTT BREAZEALE MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology

17198 ST LUKES WAY, SUITE 540
THE WOODLANDS, TX 77384

Montgomery County (713) 442-1900

ERIC WILLIAM PRICE MD

Orthopaedic Surgery

17198 ST LUKES WAY, SUITE 600
THE WOODLANDS, TX 77384

Montgomery County (936) 321-8000

ADAM IMMANUEL FROME MD

Internal Medicine (Nephrology)

17198 ST LUKES WAY, SUITE 620
THE WOODLANDS, TX 77384

Montgomery County (936) 273-0836

LOUISE H. BETHEA, M.D., PA

Allergy & Immunology (Allergy)

17198 ST LUKES WAY, 120
THE WOODLANDS, TX 77384

Montgomery County (936) 321-7140

MARC ROBERT LABBE M.D.

Orthopaedic Surgery (Sports Medicine)

17198 ST LUKES WAY, SUITE 600
THE WOODLANDS, TX 77384

Montgomery County (936) 321-8000

KAREN M CONDON PTA

Physical Therapy Assistant

17198 ST LUKES WAY, SUITE 300
THE WOODLANDS, TX 77384

Montgomery County (936) 321-0808

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 Laura Meza Rios's NPI number?

The NPI number for Laura Meza Rios is 1588910491. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 28, 2012.

Where is Laura Meza Rios located?

Laura Meza Rios practices at 17198 St Lukes Way, The Woodlands, TX 77384. The listed phone number is (369) 266-4331.

What is Laura Meza Rios's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hematology & Oncology, with taxonomy code 207RH0003X.

Is Laura Meza Rios enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Laura Meza Rios 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Laura Meza Rios's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Laura Meza Rios reassigns Medicare benefits to Baylor St. Luke's Medical Group (The Woodlands, 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 Laura Meza Rios's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Laura Meza Rios 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 3 other insurers list Laura Meza Rios 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 Laura Meza Rios affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Laura Meza Rios is affiliated with Chi St Luke's Health Baylor College Of Medicine Me, Chi St Lukes Health Memorial Livingston, St Luke's The Woodlands Hospital and Chi St Lukes Lakeside Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Laura Meza Rios was last updated on October 12, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.