DEAN PRIEST PORTER M.D.
NPI 1699725218
Ophthalmology in Houston, TX

Active since May 12, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
88.27/100
CMS Quality Rating
7710 BEECHNUT ST, SUITE 100, HOUSTON, TX 77074(713) 777-7145(713) 337-4803 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 15, 2010. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dean Priest Porter M.d. NPPES

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

DEAN PRIEST PORTER M.D. (NPI 1699725218) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (H8953) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine (1989).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1699725218
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameDEAN PRIEST PORTERCredential: M.D.
Location Address7710 BEECHNUT ST, SUITE 100Houston, TX 77074-3106
Mailing Address7710 Beechnut St, Suite 100Houston, TX 77074-3106 · (713) 777-7145 · Fax (713) 337-4803
Fax(713) 337-4803
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of MedicineGraduated 1989
Enumeration DateMay 12, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 15, 2010
NPI 1699725218 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License Licensed in TX · H8953
Definition

An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.

7710 BEECHNUT ST, Houston, TX 77074

Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINF62181TX
Medicare PIN86X116TX
Medicaid136000006TX

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

Dean Priest Porter 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 ID6800818782
PECOS Enrollment IDI20101110000600
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 20

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 complete exam of visual system 92014
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
773 services645 patients
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.
665 services400 patients
Imaging of retina 92134
Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.
341 services279 patients
Exam of the internal drainage system of eye 92020
This is a procedure where your doctor examines the eye's internal drainage system, essential for maintaining eye pressure. They use specialized tools to check for blockages or damage that might lead to conditions like glaucoma. It's non-invasive and painless.
299 services261 patients
Exam of visual field with extended testing 92083
An extended visual field exam is a detailed test to evaluate your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to detect any potential blind spots which may not be noticeable in daily life. These could be caused by eye diseases like glaucoma, or neurological conditions.
292 services278 patients
Imaging of optic nerve 92133
Imaging of the optic nerve is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed pictures of your optic nerve. It helps doctors assess eye health, particularly for conditions like glaucoma. It's painless, quick, and uses safe technology like MRI or OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).
283 services273 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77074 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
$72.62 typical visit price
range $18.60 – $143.93
Typical copayment $18.15 (range $4.65 – $35.98)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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.

88.27/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality100
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost60.9

Reported Quality Measures

Advance Care Plan
28%1,046 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD): Dilated Macular Examination
87%317 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Controlling High Blood Pressure
0%99 patients1/55-star benchmark: 98%
Diabetes: Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Poor Control (>9%)
Lower rates are better for this measure.
21%162 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
93%4,966 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
0%1,247 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Patients combinedPopulations: 68% · 1,344 patients
Patients screened: 68% · 1,344 patients
88%33 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma (POAG): Reduction of Intraocular Pressure (IOP) by 15% OR Documentation of a Plan of Care
100%463 patients
Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information
97%2,909 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 12

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

Specialist
7710 BEECHNUT ST, SUITE 100
HOUSTON, TX 77074
Ophthalmology
7710 BEECHNUT ST, SUITE 100
HOUSTON, TX 77074
Optometrist
7710 BEECHNUT ST, SUITE 100
HOUSTON, TX 77074
Dentist
7710 BEECHNUT ST, SUITE 230
HOUSTON, TX 77074
Dentist
7710 BEECHNUT ST, STE 206
HOUSTON, TX 77074
Dentist (General Practice)
7710 BEECHNUT ST, STE 230
HOUSTON, TX 77074
Ophthalmology
7710 BEECHNUT ST, SUITE 100
HOUSTON, TX 77074
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
7710 BEECHNUT ST, SUITE 210
HOUSTON, TX 77074

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 Dean Porter's NPI number?

The NPI number for Dean Porter is 1699725218. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 12, 2006.

Where is Dean Porter located?

Dean Porter practices at 7710 Beechnut St Suite 100, Houston, TX 77074. The listed phone number is (713) 777-7145.

What is Dean Porter's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is Dean Porter enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Dean Porter 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 Dean Porter accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and Community Health Choice list Dean Porter 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Dean Porter was last updated on November 15, 2010. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.