MICHAEL H COVINSKY M.D.
NPI 1609823681
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology in Houston, TX

Q: What is Michael Covinsky's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Covinsky is 1609823681. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 27, 2006.

Q: What is Michael Covinsky's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0102X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Michael Covinsky was last updated on March 28, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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 May 27, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

5656 KELLEY STREET, HOUSTON, TX 77026(713) 566-5261(713) 566-5299 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 28, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

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About Michael H Covinsky M.d. NPPES

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

MICHAEL H COVINSKY M.D. (NPI 1609823681) is an individual anatomic pathology & clinical pathology provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (L9155) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Harris Health System, and is a graduate of Baylor College Of Medicine (1997).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1609823681

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207ZP0102X

Provider Legal NameMICHAEL H COVINSKYCredential: M.D.

Location Address5656 KELLEY STREETHouston, TX 77026-1967

Mailing Address6431 Fannin Street, Msb 2.136Houston, TX 77030-1501 · (713) 500-5301 · Fax (713) 500-0695

Phone(713) 566-5261

Fax(713) 566-5299

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSBaylor College Of MedicineGraduated 1997

Enumeration DateMay 27, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateMarch 28, 2023

NPPES CertifiedMarch 16, 2023

✔ NPI 1609823681 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207ZP0102X

License✔ Licensed in TX · L9155

Definition

A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.

Also ListedPathology · Clinical Pathology/Laboratory MedicineTaxonomy 207ZP0105X · License L9155 (TX)

Also ListedPathology · Pediatric PathologyTaxonomy 207ZP0213X · License L9155 (TX)

5656 KELLEY STREET, Houston, TX 77026

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Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid159957301TX

OtherP00052313TX · Railroad Medicare

Accepted Insurance

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

Michael H Covinsky 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 ID6204734817

PECOS Enrollment IDI20031220000070

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

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.

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305

A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.

26 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Harris Health System

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number450289

Location2525 Holly HallHouston, TX 77054 · Harris County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77026 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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 7

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

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