KUANG-CHUN JIM HSIEH M.D.
NPI 1700011053
Radiology - Neuroradiology in Houston, TX

Q: What is Kuang-chun Hsieh's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kuang-chun Hsieh is 1700011053. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 15, 2009.

Q: What is Kuang-chun Hsieh's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Neuroradiology, with taxonomy code 2085N0700X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kuang-chun Hsieh was last updated on May 5, 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 May 15, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

84.05/100

CMS Quality Rating

1504 TAUB LOOP, HOUSTON, TX 77030(713) 798-1000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 5, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: May 5, 2022, Aug 5, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

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About Kuang-chun Jim Hsieh M.d. NPPES

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

KUANG-CHUN JIM HSIEH M.D. (NPI 1700011053) is an individual neuroradiology provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD457402) and active in the NPI registry since May 2009. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Chi St Luke's Health Baylor College Of Medicine Me, and is a graduate of Jefferson Medical College Of Thomas Jefferson University (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1700011053

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy2085N0700X

Provider Legal NameKUANG-CHUN JIM HSIEHCredential: M.D.

Location Address1504 TAUB LOOPHouston, TX 77030-1608

Mailing Address7200 Cambridge StHouston, TX 77030-4202

Phone(713) 798-1000

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSJefferson Medical College Of Thomas Jefferson UniversityGraduated 2008

Enumeration DateMay 15, 2009

Last NPPES UpdateMay 5, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedMay 5, 2022

✔ NPI 1700011053 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyRadiology · NeuroradiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code2085N0700X

Licenses✔ Licensed in PA · MD457402✔ Licensed in TX · R6576

Definition

A radiologist who diagnoses and treats diseases utilizing imaging procedures as they relate to the brain, spine and spinal cord, head, neck and organs of special sense in adults and children.

Also ListedRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyTaxonomy 2085R0202X · License R6576 (TX)

1504 TAUB LOOP, Houston, TX 77030

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Community Health Choice, Molina Healthcare and more.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

Kuang-chun Jim Hsieh 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 ID4981993466

PECOS Enrollment IDI20180702000915

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 14

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.

Injection, gadobutrol, 0.1 ml A9585

Gadobutrol is a contrast agent used during MRI scans to help provide clearer images. It's injected into your vein before the scan. This helps doctors to see certain areas more clearly for better diagnosis. It's generally safe with few side effects.

1,700 services17 patients

Ct scan head or brain without contrast 70450

A CT scan of the head or brain without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your brain, skull, and other structures inside your head. It helps to detect conditions like strokes, tumors, or injuries. No dye (contrast) is used in this test.

104 services97 patients

Mri scan of brain before and after contrast 70553

An MRI scan of the brain, both before and after contrast, helps visualize different brain structures. Initially, images are taken without a contrast agent. Then, a safe dye is injected which helps highlight certain areas, providing clearer, more detailed images.

59 services53 patients

Mri scan of brain without contrast 70551

An MRI scan of the brain without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of your brain. It helps in detecting abnormalities like tumors, stroke, inflammation, or infection.

49 services48 patients

Mri scan of lower spinal canal without contrast 72148

An MRI scan of the lower spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to produce detailed images of your lower spine. This helps identify issues like disc problems, tumors, or nerve conditions. No dye is used.

26 services25 patients

Mri scan of upper spinal canal without contrast 72141

An MRI scan of the upper spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of your upper spine. This helps doctors identify issues such as injuries, infections or diseases. No dye is used.

23 services23 patients

Ct scan of upper spine without contrast 72125

A CT scan of the upper spine without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test that uses X-rays to capture detailed images of your neck and upper back. It helps in identifying issues like fractures, tumors, or infections. No dye (contrast) is used in this scan.

21 services21 patients

Ct scan of soft tissue of neck with contrast 70491

A CT scan of the neck with contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. A special dye is administered to highlight the soft tissues in your neck, making them easier to see. This helps detect issues like infections, tumors, or other abnormalities.

20 services19 patients

Mri scan of brain before and after contrast 70553

20 services20 patients

Ct scan of face without contrast 70486

A CT scan of the face without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your face, including bones, soft tissues, and blood vessels. It's often used to diagnose diseases, injuries, or abnormalities. No contrast dye is used in this procedure.

18 services18 patients

Ct scan of blood vessels of head with contrast 70496

A CT scan of the head's blood vessels with contrast is a diagnostic procedure. A special dye (contrast) is injected into your body to make the blood vessels visible on the scan. This helps identify issues like blockages or abnormalities in your head's blood vessels.

14 services13 patients

Ct scan of blood vessels of neck with contrast 70498

A CT scan of the neck's blood vessels with contrast is a diagnostic procedure. It uses X-rays and a special dye to create detailed images of your neck's blood vessels. This helps doctors detect issues such as blockages or abnormalities.

14 services14 patients

Infusion, normal saline solution, 250 cc J7050

An infusion of normal saline solution, 250 cc, involves administering a sterile saltwater solution into your body through a vein, usually in your arm. This helps to replenish fluids, maintain hydration, and balance electrolytes in your body.

14 services14 patients

Ct scan head or brain without contrast 70450

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Harris Health System

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number450289

Location2525 Holly HallHouston, TX 77054 · Harris County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

84.05/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

84.49

Improvement Activities

Cost

54.39

Reported Quality Measures

Radiation Consideration for Adult CT: Utilization of Dose Lowering Techniques

Percentage of final reports for patients aged 18 years and older undergoing CT with documentation that one or more of the following dose reduction techniques were used: - Automated exposure control - Adjustment of the mA and/or kV according to patient size -…

100%652 patients

Radiology: Stenosis Measurement in Carotid Imaging Reports

Percentage of final reports for carotid imaging studies (neck magnetic resonance angiography [MRA], neck computed tomography angiography [CTA], neck duplex ultrasound, carotid angiogram) performed that include direct or indirect reference to measurements of…

100%57 patients

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 20

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

ZAVEN SARGSYAN MD

Internal Medicine

1504 TAUB LOOP
HOUSTON, TX 77030

Harris County (713) 873-8890

KAYE-ANN ANTONETTE CHRISTIE PA-C

Physician Assistant

1504 TAUB LOOP
HOUSTON, TX 77030

Harris County (713) 873-2000

EMILY MARIE WEBSTER PA-C

Physician Assistant

1504 TAUB LOOP
HOUSTON, TX 77030

Harris County (713) 873-8890

DR. MIGUEL A NIETO D.O.

Emergency Medicine

1504 TAUB LOOP, EMERGENCY CENTER
HOUSTON, TX 77030

Harris County (713) 873-7045

DR. LOUIS BRUNO FORNAGE MD

Emergency Medicine

1504 TAUB LOOP
HOUSTON, TX 77030

Harris County (713) 873-3060

EMMA NAPOLI

Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)

1504 TAUB LOOP
HOUSTON, TX 77030

Harris County (713) 873-2309

DR. MICHELE TROUTMAN GIFFORD MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology

1504 TAUB LOOP
HOUSTON, TX 77030

Harris County (713) 798-1750

DR. KYLE SUEN M.D.

Emergency Medicine

1504 TAUB LOOP
HOUSTON, TX 77030

Harris County (713) 873-8890

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 Kuang-chun Hsieh's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kuang-chun Hsieh is 1700011053. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 15, 2009.

Where is Kuang-chun Hsieh located?

Kuang-chun Hsieh practices at 1504 Taub Loop, Houston, TX 77030. The listed phone number is (713) 798-1000.

What is Kuang-chun Hsieh's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Neuroradiology, with taxonomy code 2085N0700X.

Is Kuang-chun Hsieh enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kuang-chun Hsieh 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 Kuang-chun Hsieh accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Community Health Choice, Molina Healthcare, Sendero Health Plans, Local Nonprofit and UnitedHealthcare and 1 other insurer list Kuang-chun Hsieh 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 Kuang-chun Hsieh affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kuang-chun Hsieh is affiliated with Chi St Luke's Health Baylor College Of Medicine Me and Harris Health System.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kuang-chun Hsieh was last updated on May 5, 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.