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JOSHUA L HOUSER MD
NPI 1659647832
Emergency Medicine in Temple, TX

Active since April 01, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
MS 11 AG062, 2401 SOUTH 31ST STREET, TEMPLE, TX 76508(254) 724-5815 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 9, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Joshua L Houser Md NPPES

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

JOSHUA L HOUSER MD (NPI 1659647832) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Temple, Texas, licensed in Texas (P7466) and active in the NPI registry since April 2012. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Saint Francis Hospital Muskogee, and is a graduate of Other (2012).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1659647832
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameJOSHUA L HOUSERCredential: MD
Location AddressMS 11 AG062, 2401 SOUTH 31ST STREETTemple, TX 76508-0001
Mailing AddressPo Box 844658Dallas, TX 75284-4658 · (254) 724-8800
Phone(254) 724-5815
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2012
Enumeration DateApril 1, 2012
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 9, 2020
NPPES CertifiedNovember 9, 2020
✔ NPI 1659647832 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in TX · P7466✔ Licensed in TX · 565332
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
MS 11 AG062, Temple, TX 76508
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Baylor Scott and White Health Plan, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Oscar Insurance Company.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

Joshua L Houser Md 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 ID2163659368
PECOS Enrollment IDI20131214000014, I20260319002431
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 5

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.

Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
370 services355 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
223 services208 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
113 services110 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
109 services109 patients
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Saint Francis Hospital Muskogee

Acute Care Hospitals · Muskogee, OK
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number370025
Location300 Rockefeller DriveMuskogee, OK 74401 · Muskogee County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Saint Francis Hospital, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Tulsa, OK
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number370091
Location6161 South YaleTulsa, OK 74136 · Tulsa County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple

Acute Care Hospitals · Temple, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450054
Location2401 S 31st StTemple, TX 76508 · Bell County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Hillcrest

Acute Care Hospitals · Waco, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450101
Location100 Hillcrest Medical BlvdWaco, TX 76712 · Mc Lennan County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Parkview Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Mexia, TX
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450400
Location600 South Bonham StreetMexia, TX 76667 · Limestone County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 76508 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.

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 Houser's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joshua Houser is 1659647832. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 1, 2012.

Where is Joshua Houser located?

Joshua Houser practices at Ms 11 Ag062 2401 South 31st Street, Temple, TX 76508. The listed phone number is (254) 724-5815.

What is Joshua Houser's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Joshua Houser enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joshua Houser 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 Houser accept?

Health plans from Baylor Scott and White Health Plan, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Oscar Insurance Company list Joshua Houser 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 Houser affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Joshua Houser is affiliated with Saint Francis Hospital Muskogee, Saint Francis Hospital, Inc, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Hillcrest and Parkview Regional Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joshua Houser was last updated on November 9, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.