EDUARDO LOPEZ CRNA
NPI 1609245901
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered in Houston, TX

Active since September 17, 2015Accepts Medicare Assignment
93.5/100
CMS Quality Rating
1504 TAUB LOOP, HOUSTON, TX 77030(713) 873-2902 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 9, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 9, 2026, Mar 19, 2026, Jan 2, 2026 (3 updates tracked since 2026).

About Eduardo Lopez Crna NPPES

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

EDUARDO LOPEZ CRNA (NPI 1609245901) is an individual nurse anesthetist, certified registered in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (AP129121) and active in the NPI registry since September 2015. He is affiliated with University Of Texas Medical Branch Galveston, maintains 2 additional practice locations, and is a graduate of Other (2015).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1609245901
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy367500000X
Provider Legal NameEDUARDO LOPEZCredential: CRNA
Location Address1504 TAUB LOOPHouston, TX 77030-1608
Mailing AddressPo Box 840853Dallas, TX 75284-0853 · (972) 233-1999 · Fax (972) 233-3666
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateSeptember 17, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateApril 9, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 9, 2026
✔ NPI 1609245901 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Anesthetist, Certified RegisteredPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code367500000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in TX · AP129121✔ Licensed in TX · 796458
Definition
(1) A licensed registered nurse with advanced specialty education in anesthesia who, in collaboration with appropriate health care professionals, provides preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative care to patients and assists in management and resuscitation of critical patients in intensive care, coronary care, and emergency situations. Nurse anesthetists are certified following successful completion of credentials and state licensure review and a national examination directed by the Council on Certification of Nurse Anesthetists. (2) A registered nurse who is qualified by special training to administer anesthesia in collaboration with a physician or dentist and who can assist in the care of patients who are in critical condition.
1504 TAUB LOOP, Houston, TX 77030

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 11500 Citywest Blvd Ste 300Houston, TX 77042-2549 · Phone (972) 715-5000 · Fax (972) 715-9976
Location 21002 Gemini St, Suite 128Houston, TX 77058-2746 · Phone (281) 218-9515 · Fax (281) 218-9534

Accepted 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

Eduardo Lopez Crna 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 ID8921318536
PECOS Enrollment IDI20151111002153

Medicare Billing Reassignments

3

Medicare enrollment records show Eduardo Lopez reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Family Medicine
1504 TAUB LOOP
Houston, TX 77030
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 2,296 clinicians in this Medicare group
Anesthesiology
1500 CITYWEST BLVD, SUITE 300
Houston, TX 77042
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: U S Anesthesia Partners Of Texas, PA
  • 3,804 clinicians in this Medicare group
Anesthesiology
2240 GULF FWY S
League City, TX 77573
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 226 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 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.

Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement 01402
Anesthesia for a total knee joint replacement numbs your body to eliminate pain during surgery. This could be general anesthesia where you're unconscious, or regional anesthesia where only the leg is numb. It's administered by a specialist, ensuring safety and comfort.
45 services44 patients
Anesthesia for injection, drainage or aspiration procedures on spine or spinal cord of lower back accessed through skin using imaging guidance 01938
This procedure involves using anesthesia to numb your lower back for certain procedures like injections, drainage, or aspiration on your spine or spinal cord. Imaging guidance is used to accurately locate the area to be treated, ensuring precision and safety.
27 services26 patients
Anesthesia for total hip replacement 01214
Anesthesia for total hip replacement is a medical service where medication is given to eliminate pain during surgery. Two types are commonly used: general anesthesia, making you unconscious, or spinal anesthesia, numbing the lower body. The choice depends on your health and your doctor's recommendation.
19 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

University Of Texas Medical Branch Galveston

Acute Care Hospitals · Galveston, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number450018
Location301 University BoulevardGalveston, TX 77555 · Galveston County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Memorial Hermann Hospital System

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450184
Location1635 North Loop WestHouston, TX 77008 · Harris 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

Hca Houston Healthcare Clear Lake

Acute Care Hospitals · Webster, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450617
Location500 W Medical Center BlvdWebster, TX 77598 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

93.5/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality97.15
Improvement Activities40
Cost83.57

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.

Internal Medicine
1504 TAUB LOOP
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Physician Assistant
1504 TAUB LOOP
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Physician Assistant
1504 TAUB LOOP
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Emergency Medicine
1504 TAUB LOOP, EMERGENCY CENTER
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Emergency Medicine
1504 TAUB LOOP
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Obstetrics & Gynecology
1504 TAUB LOOP
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Emergency Medicine
1504 TAUB LOOP
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Internal Medicine
1504 TAUB LOOP
HOUSTON, TX 77030

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 Eduardo Lopez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Eduardo Lopez is 1609245901. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 17, 2015.

Where is Eduardo Lopez located?

Eduardo Lopez practices at 1504 Taub Loop, Houston, TX 77030. The listed phone number is (713) 873-2902.

What is Eduardo Lopez's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered with taxonomy code 367500000X.

Is Eduardo Lopez enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Eduardo Lopez 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 organizations bill Medicare for Eduardo Lopez's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Eduardo Lopez reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Baylor College Of Medicine (Houston, TX), U. S. Anesthesia Partners Of Texas, P.A., (Houston, TX) and Tejas Anesthesia PLLC (League City, TX). Each 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 Eduardo Lopez's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Eduardo Lopez accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Oscar Insurance Company list Eduardo Lopez 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 Eduardo Lopez affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Eduardo Lopez is affiliated with University Of Texas Medical Branch Galveston, Memorial Hermann Hospital System, Houston Methodist Hospital and Hca Houston Healthcare Clear Lake.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Eduardo Lopez was last updated on April 9, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.