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DR. JOSHUA CHAD DEFRIECE M.D.
NPI 1649476482
Family Medicine in Katy, TX

Active since June 26, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
6601 CINCO ROSE DR, KATY, TX 77494(832) 522-6444(832) 522-6443 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 14, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 1, 2019, Jun 29, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Joshua Chad Defriece M.d. NPPES

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

DR. JOSHUA CHAD DEFRIECE M.D. (NPI 1649476482) is an individual family medicine provider in Katy, Texas, licensed in Texas (N6854) and active in the NPI registry since June 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Houston Methodist Sugarland Hospital, and is a graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University, School Of Medicine (2007).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1649476482
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOSHUA CHAD DEFRIECECredential: M.D.
Location Address6601 CINCO ROSE DRKaty, TX 77494-8639
Mailing Address6601 Cinco Rose DrKaty, TX 77494-8639 · (832) 522-6444 · Fax (832) 522-6443
Phone(832) 522-6444
Fax(832) 522-6443
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSVirginia Commonwealth University, School Of MedicineGraduated 2007
Enumeration DateJune 26, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJune 14, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 14, 2026
✔ NPI 1649476482 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in TX · N6854✔ Licensed in SC · 30052
Definition

Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.

6601 CINCO ROSE DR, Katy, TX 77494
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Other Identifiers 2

Other8FU589TX · Blue Cross Blue Shield
Medicaid322978302TX

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

Dr. Joshua Chad Defriece 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 ID8022294842
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110512000159
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 10

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 moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
290 services173 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
146 services146 patients
Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0444
An annual depression screening is a short, routine evaluation to check for signs of depression. It involves answering a series of questions about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. The process takes about 15 minutes and helps detect depression early for better management.
116 services115 patients
Hemoglobin a1c level 83036
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.
70 services48 patients
Influenza vaccine split virus, preservative free 90662
The Influenza Vaccine Split Virus, preservative-free, is a flu shot to protect against the influenza virus. It is made from parts of inactivated flu viruses and doesn't contain preservatives, reducing potential side effects. It helps your body develop immunity to the flu.
49 services45 patients
Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008
The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.
49 services45 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

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 Willowbrook Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450844
Location18220 State Highway 249Houston, TX 77070 · Harris 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

Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · The Woodlands, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number670122
Location17201 Interstate 45 SouthThe Woodlands, TX 77385 · Montgomery County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77494 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
$84.92 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$97.05 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 6

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
6 suppliers16 claims44 services$4.67 avg. paid by Medicare
Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap A7034
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
5 suppliers11 claims11 services$39.70 avg. paid by Medicare
Headgear used with positive airway pressure device A7035
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
5 suppliers11 claims11 services$13.82 avg. paid by Medicare
Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
6 suppliers15 claims67 services$1.60 avg. paid by Medicare
Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device E0601
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
4 suppliers16 claims19 services$32.67 avg. paid by Medicare
Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$185.46 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Joshua Defriece's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joshua Defriece is 1649476482. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 26, 2007.

Where is Joshua Defriece located?

Joshua Defriece practices at 6601 Cinco Rose Dr, Katy, TX 77494. The listed phone number is (832) 522-6444.

What is Joshua Defriece's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Joshua Defriece enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joshua Defriece 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 Joshua Defriece accept?

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

According to CMS data, Joshua Defriece is affiliated with Houston Methodist Sugarland Hospital, Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, Houston Methodist West Hospital and Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joshua Defriece was last updated on June 14, 2026. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.