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SARA IQBAL M.D.
NPI 1609282342
Internal Medicine in Houston, TX

Active since July 02, 2014PECOS Enrolled
90.11/100
CMS Quality Rating
6550 FANNIN, SMITH TOWER 1001, HOUSTON, TX 77030(713) 441-4333(713) 790-3023 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 9, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 9, 2020, Apr 24, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About Sara Iqbal M.d. NPPES

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

SARA IQBAL M.D. (NPI 1609282342) is an individual internal medicine provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (BP10051178) and active in the NPI registry since July 2014. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and maintains a secondary practice location in Scottsdale.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1609282342
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameSARA IQBALCredential: M.D.
Location Address6550 FANNIN, SMITH TOWER 1001Houston, TX 77030
Mailing Address13400 E Shea BlvdScottsdale, AZ 85259-5452 · (480) 301-8000 · Fax (713) 790-6615
Phone(713) 441-4333
Fax(713) 790-3023
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateJuly 2, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 9, 20202 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 9, 2020
✔ NPI 1609282342 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · BP10051178
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
6550 FANNIN, SMITH TOWER 1001, Houston, TX 77030
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 113400 E Shea BlvdScottsdale, AZ 85259-5452 · Phone (480) 301-8000 · Fax (713) 790-6615

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include CareSource.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Sara Iqbal M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 Sara Iqbal reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Charleston Area Medical Center, Inc.
986 mi
Medical Oncology
275 DRY HILL RD
Beckley, WV 25801
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, West Virginia enrollment
  • 1,511 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1487439683 (304) 253-6060

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 11

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.

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.
66 services65 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
64 services63 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.
52 services39 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
49 services41 patients
Measurement of liver stiffness 91200
Measurement of liver stiffness is a non-invasive procedure that helps assess the health of your liver. It uses sound waves to detect the hardness of the liver tissue, which can indicate conditions like fibrosis or cirrhosis. It's a simple, painless test that provides valuable information about your liver's health.
32 services32 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
31 services25 patients

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
$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.

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.

90.11/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality66.96
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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 Sara Iqbal's NPI number?

The NPI number for Sara Iqbal is 1609282342. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 2, 2014.

Where is Sara Iqbal located?

Sara Iqbal practices at 6550 Fannin, Smith Tower 1001, Houston, TX 77030. The listed phone number is (713) 441-4333.

What is Sara Iqbal's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Sara Iqbal enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Sara Iqbal is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organization bills Medicare for Sara Iqbal's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Sara Iqbal reassigns Medicare benefits to Charleston Area Medical Center, Inc. (Beckley, WV). 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 Sara Iqbal's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Sara Iqbal accept?

Health plans from CareSource list Sara Iqbal 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Sara Iqbal was last updated on September 9, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.