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NIOTI KARIM M.D.
NPI 1609810399
Internal Medicine in Houston, TX

Active since June 15, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
211 HIGHLAND CROSS DR, SUITE 275, HOUSTON, TX 77073(281) 784-1500(281) 784-1653 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 18, 2010. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Nioti Karim M.d. NPPES

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

NIOTI KARIM M.D. (NPI 1609810399) is an individual internal medicine provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (L0839) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hca Houston Healthcare West, and is a graduate of Other (1992).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1609810399
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameNIOTI KARIMCredential: M.D.
Location Address211 HIGHLAND CROSS DR, SUITE 275Houston, TX 77073-1733
Mailing Address211 Highland Cross Dr, Suite 275Houston, TX 77073-1733 · (281) 784-1500 · Fax (281) 784-1653
Phone(281) 784-1500
Fax(281) 784-1653
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1992
Enumeration DateJune 15, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 18, 2010
✔ NPI 1609810399 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · L0839
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.
Also ListedHospitalistTaxonomy 208M00000X · License L0839 (TX)
211 HIGHLAND CROSS DR, Houston, TX 77073
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Other Identifiers 7

Other8X6784TX · Blue Cross Blue Shield Of Texas
Medicare UPINH33800
Medicare PIN8790M0TX
Other1609810399TX · Tricare
Medicaid1427957-04TX
Medicare PINP00703297TX
Medicare PIN8K1408TX

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, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Nioti Karim 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 ID4981784998
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080103000389
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.

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.
254 services80 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.
143 services57 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.
77 services68 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
73 services69 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
24 services23 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.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Hca Houston Healthcare West

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450644
Location12141 Richmond AveHouston, TX 77082 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77073 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.

Reported Quality Measures

Care Plan
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…
94%63 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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.

JEFFREY R BEERS MD
Emergency Medicine
211 HIGHLAND CROSS DR, SUITE 275
HOUSTON, TX 77073
Harris County (325) 829-1058
PAMELA A HALL M.D.
Emergency Medicine
211 HIGHLAND CROSS DR, SUITE 275
HOUSTON, TX 77073
Harris County (281) 784-1500
DR. CHRISTOPHER R GRIEVES M.D.
Emergency Medicine
211 HIGHLAND CROSS DR, SUITE 275
HOUSTON, TX 77073
Harris County (281) 784-1500
REYMUNDO RAMIREZ QUIROGA NP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
211 HIGHLAND CROSS DR, SUITE 275
HOUSTON, TX 77073
Harris County (281) 784-1500
MELODY WILLIAMS PA
Physician Assistant
211 HIGHLAND CROSS DR, STE 275
HOUSTON, TX 77073
Harris County (281) 784-1111
GREGORY MICHAEL GIBBONS M.D.
Emergency Medicine
211 HIGHLAND CROSS DR, #275
HOUSTON, TX 77073
Harris County (281) 784-1500
DR. AMELIA RUTH-DESIRET SHELBY-NWOKEJI M.D.
Emergency Medicine
211 HIGHLAND CROSS DR, SUITE 275
HOUSTON, TX 77073
Harris County (281) 784-1500
CHERYL LYNN CALHOUN NP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
211 HIGHLAND CROSS DR, SUITE 275
HOUSTON, TX 77073
Harris County (281) 784-1500

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 Nioti Karim's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nioti Karim is 1609810399. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 15, 2006.

Where is Nioti Karim located?

Nioti Karim practices at 211 Highland Cross Dr Suite 275, Houston, TX 77073. The listed phone number is (281) 784-1500.

What is Nioti Karim's specialty?

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

Is Nioti Karim enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nioti Karim 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 Nioti Karim 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 4 other insurers list Nioti Karim 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 Nioti Karim affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nioti Karim is affiliated with Hca Houston Healthcare West.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nioti Karim was last updated on January 18, 2010. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 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.