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JOE NIETO MD
NPI 1598733552
Emergency Medicine in Houston, TX

Active since March 08, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1140 BUSINESS CENTER DR, HOUSTON, TX 77043(800) 617-7717 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 31, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Joe Nieto Md NPPES

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

JOE NIETO MD (NPI 1598733552) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in California (G88921) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Las Palmas Medical Center A Campus Of Lpds Healthc, and is a graduate of University Of California, San Diego School Of Medicine (1988).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1598733552
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameJOE NIETOCredential: MD
Location Address1140 BUSINESS CENTER DRHouston, TX 77043-2737
Mailing Address10867 Camino CirWellington, FL 33414-9303 · (561) 827-2170
Phone(800) 617-7717
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of California, San Diego School Of MedicineGraduated 1988
Enumeration DateMarch 8, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 31, 2023
NPPES CertifiedOctober 31, 2023
✔ NPI 1598733552 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in CA · G88921✔ Licensed in TX · K8382✔ Licensed in FL · ME0077039
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
1140 BUSINESS CENTER DR, Houston, TX 77043
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Other Identifiers 5

Other51914FL · Bcbs
Medicaid204612003TX
OtherP00094695Railroad Medicare
Medicaid204612002TX
Medicaid260869300FL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.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

Joe Nieto Md 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 ID5799707428
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090730000591, I20111101000437
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 6

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.

Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
247 services222 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
182 services167 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
132 services108 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
57 services56 patients
Critical care, each additional 30 minutes 99292
Critical care refers to special attention given to patients facing life-threatening conditions. Each additional 30 minutes indicates the extension of this specialized care. This might include close monitoring, medication adjustments, and immediate interventions as needed.
43 services30 patients
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
15 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Las Palmas Medical Center A Campus Of Lpds Healthc

Acute Care Hospitals · El Paso, TX
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450107
Location1801 North Oregon StreetEl Paso, TX 79902 · El Paso County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Midland Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Midland, TX
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number450133
Location400 Rosalind Redfern Grover ParkwayMidland, TX 79701 · Midland County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77043 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 20

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

MEMORIAL ENDOCRINOLOGY AND DIABETES
Specialist
1140 BUSINESS CENTER DR, SUITE #550
HOUSTON, TX 77043
Harris County (713) 984-8200
DR. ATA T SALEK M.D.
Family Medicine
1140 BUSINESS CENTER DR, SUITE 200
HOUSTON, TX 77043
Harris County (713) 468-7911
SHIRAZ P DHANANI PA
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
1140 BUSINESS CENTER DR, SUITE 500
HOUSTON, TX 77043
Harris County (713) 973-7445
ABDULHADI MOHSIN AKHTAR MD
Urology
1140 BUSINESS CENTER DR
HOUSTON, TX 77043
Harris County (713) 932-1822
WM SERVICES, LTD
Specialist
1140 BUSINESS CENTER DR, SUITE 200
HOUSTON, TX 77043
Harris County (713) 461-2223
ALI AZIMPOOR M.D.
Neurological Surgery
1140 BUSINESS CENTER DR, SUITE 490
HOUSTON, TX 77043
Harris County (713) 932-1247
DR. RENE ANTHONY AMAYA MD
Pediatrics (Pediatric Infectious Diseases)
1140 BUSINESS CENTER DR, SUITE 300
HOUSTON, TX 77043
Harris County (713) 464-9776
MR. DONALD F GARDNER MD
Specialist
1140 BUSINESS CENTER DR, STE 550
HOUSTON, TX 77043
Harris County (713) 984-8200

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 Joe Nieto's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joe Nieto is 1598733552. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 8, 2006.

Where is Joe Nieto located?

Joe Nieto practices at 1140 Business Center Dr, Houston, TX 77043. The listed phone number is (800) 617-7717.

What is Joe Nieto's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Joe Nieto enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joe Nieto 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 Joe Nieto accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas list Joe Nieto 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 Joe Nieto affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Joe Nieto is affiliated with Las Palmas Medical Center A Campus Of Lpds Healthc and Midland Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joe Nieto was last updated on October 31, 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.