LUWEI TAO M.D.
NPI 1639601966
Internal Medicine in Houston, TX

Q: What is Luwei Tao's NPI number?

The NPI number for Luwei Tao is 1639601966. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 27, 2017.

Q: What is Luwei Tao's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Luwei Tao was last updated on June 24, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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 March 27, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

9380 W SAM HOUSTON PKWY S STE 225, HOUSTON, TX 77099(281) 674-1700(281) 674-1710 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 24, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: May 6, 2020, Mar 27, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Luwei Tao M.d. NPPES

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

LUWEI TAO M.D. (NPI 1639601966) is an individual internal medicine provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (T0642) and active in the NPI registry since March 2017. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1639601966

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207R00000X

Provider Legal NameLUWEI TAOCredential: M.D.

Location Address9380 W SAM HOUSTON PKWY S STE 225Houston, TX 77099-5230

Mailing Address9380 W Sam Houston Pkwy S Ste 225Houston, TX 77099-5230 · (281) 674-1700 · Fax (281) 674-1710

Phone(281) 674-1700

Fax(281) 674-1710

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2002

Enumeration DateMarch 27, 2017

Last NPPES UpdateJune 24, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJune 24, 2022

✔ NPI 1639601966 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207R00000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in TX · T0642✔ Licensed in FL · ME142752

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 ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X

9380 W SAM HOUSTON PKWY S STE 225, Houston, TX 77099

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid4281172-01TX

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Community Health Choice, Molina Healthcare, WellPoint.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

Luwei Tao 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 ID7911268495

PECOS Enrollment IDI20210907001916

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

12 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

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

Houston Methodist Sugarland Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Sugar Land, TX

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number450820

Location16655 Southwest FreewaySugar Land, TX 77479 · Fort Bend County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Houston Methodist West Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number670077

Location18500 Katy FreewayHouston, TX 77094 · Harris County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77099 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.

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 Luwei Tao's NPI number?

The NPI number for Luwei Tao is 1639601966. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 27, 2017.

Where is Luwei Tao located?

Luwei Tao practices at 9380 W Sam Houston Pkwy S Ste 225, Houston, TX 77099. The listed phone number is (281) 674-1700.

What is Luwei Tao's specialty?

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

Is Luwei Tao enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Luwei Tao 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 Luwei Tao accept?

Health plans from Community Health Choice, Molina Healthcare and WellPoint list Luwei Tao 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 Luwei Tao affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Luwei Tao is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston Methodist Sugarland Hospital and Houston Methodist West Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Luwei Tao was last updated on June 24, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.