NIKOLAOS DIAKOS M.D.
NPI 1659791507
Internal Medicine - Interventional Cardiology in Houston, TX

Active since April 18, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
84.42/100
CMS Quality Rating
6624 FANNIN ST, SUITE 2600, HOUSTON, TX 77030(713) 790-9401(713) 790-0353 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 20, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 20, 2023, Feb 24, 2023, Feb 17, 2023 and 4 more (7 updates tracked since 2017).

About Nikolaos Diakos M.d. NPPES

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

NIKOLAOS DIAKOS M.D. (NPI 1659791507) is an individual interventional cardiology provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (T9668) and active in the NPI registry since April 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Chi St Luke's Health Baylor College Of Medicine Me, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1659791507
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RI0011X
Provider Legal NameNIKOLAOS DIAKOSCredential: M.D.
Location Address6624 FANNIN ST, SUITE 2600Houston, TX 77030-2338
Mailing Address6624 Fannin St, Suite 2600Houston, TX 77030-2338 · (713) 790-9401 · Fax (713) 790-0353
Fax(713) 790-0353
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2007
Enumeration DateApril 18, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 20, 20237 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 20, 2023
NPI 1659791507 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 4

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Interventional CardiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RI0011X
License Licensed in TX · T9668
Definition

An area of medicine within the subspecialty of cardiology, which uses specialized imaging and other diagnostic techniques to evaluate blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and chambers of the heart and uses technical procedures and medications to treat abnormalities that impair the function of the cardiovascular system.

Also ListedInternal Medicine · Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant CardiologyTaxonomy 207RA0001X · License T9668 (TX)
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseTaxonomy 207RC0000X · License 271477 (MA), T9668 (TX)
6624 FANNIN ST, Houston, TX 77030

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 130 North 1900 East, 4C116 SOMSalt Lake City, UT 84132 · Phone (801) 581-7899
Location 2800 Washington StBoston, MA 02111-1552 · Phone (617) 636-8137

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Nikolaos Diakos 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 ID8921302167
PECOS Enrollment IDI20221108001396
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 12

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 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.
181 services57 patients
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.
114 services51 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.
112 services67 patients
Evaluation of lower heart chamber assist device 93750
An evaluation of a lower heart chamber assist device is a procedure to check the function of an implanted device aiding your heart's lower chambers. This helps ensure optimal heart function by monitoring the device's performance and your heart's response to it.
105 services15 patients
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.
100 services63 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.
65 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Chi St Luke's Health Baylor College Of Medicine Me

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number450193
Location6720 Bertner Ave, Ste Mc1-266Houston, TX 77030 · Harris County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77030 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.

84.42/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality89.51
Improvement Activities40
Cost62.07

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.

Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
6624 FANNIN ST, STE 2310
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Physical Therapist
6624 FANNIN ST, SUITE 2600
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Pediatrics
6624 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
6624 FANNIN ST, SUITE 2320
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Orthopaedic Surgery (Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery)
6624 FANNIN ST, SUITE 2600
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Advanced Practice Midwife
6624 FANNIN ST, SUITE 1800
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
6624 FANNIN ST, STE. 1590
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Hospitalist
6624 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030

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 Nikolaos Diakos's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nikolaos Diakos is 1659791507. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 18, 2014.

Where is Nikolaos Diakos located?

Nikolaos Diakos practices at 6624 Fannin St Suite 2600, Houston, TX 77030. The listed phone number is (713) 790-9401.

What is Nikolaos Diakos's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Interventional Cardiology, with taxonomy code 207RI0011X.

Is Nikolaos Diakos enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nikolaos Diakos 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 Nikolaos Diakos accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Ambetter of Oklahoma and 4 other insurers list Nikolaos Diakos 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 Nikolaos Diakos affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nikolaos Diakos is affiliated with Chi St Luke's Health Baylor College Of Medicine Me.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nikolaos Diakos was last updated on March 20, 2023. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.