RUBEN MENDEZ MD
NPI 1720375983
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Houston, TX

Active since July 07, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
82.38/100
CMS Quality Rating
4888 LOOP CENTRAL DR STE 510, HOUSTON, TX 77081(713) 346-1551(713) 346-1577 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 5, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Ruben Mendez Md NPPES

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

RUBEN MENDEZ MD (NPI 1720375983) is an individual psychiatry provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (BP10034402) and active in the NPI registry since July 2011. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Texas Medical School At Houston (2009).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1720375983
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameRUBEN MENDEZCredential: MD
Location Address4888 LOOP CENTRAL DR STE 510Houston, TX 77081-2226
Mailing Address5090 Richmond Ave # 97Houston, TX 77056-7402 · (713) 298-0395 · Fax (713) 486-7201
Fax(713) 346-1577
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical School At HoustonGraduated 2009
Enumeration DateJuly 7, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateMay 5, 2023
NPPES CertifiedMay 5, 2023
NPI 1720375983 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License Licensed in TX · BP10034402
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
4888 LOOP CENTRAL DR STE 510, Houston, TX 77081

Other Identifiers 1

OtherBP10034402TX · Physician In Training Permit

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

Ruben Mendez 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 ID8729212519
PECOS Enrollment IDI20131010000521, I20240423004545, I20240501000400, I20240531002571, I20250725000608
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 3

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 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.
67 services24 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.
48 services21 patients
Psychotherapy with evaluation and management visit, 30 minutes 90833
Psychotherapy with evaluation and management is a 30-minute session where a mental health professional talks with you about your concerns and feelings. They assess your mental health, provide support, and manage your treatment plan to help improve your well-being.
40 services17 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77081 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
$176.98 typical visit price
range $58.24 – $176.98
Typical copayment $44.24 (range $14.56 – $44.24)
Most-billed visit code 99205
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.

82.38/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality79.23
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost58.5

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 5

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

Counselor (Mental Health)
4888 LOOP CENTRAL DR STE 510
HOUSTON, TX 77081
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
4888 LOOP CENTRAL DR STE 510
HOUSTON, TX 77081
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
4888 LOOP CENTRAL DR STE 510
HOUSTON, TX 77081
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
4888 LOOP CENTRAL DR STE 510
HOUSTON, TX 77081
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
4888 LOOP CENTRAL DR STE 510
HOUSTON, TX 77081

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 Ruben Mendez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ruben Mendez is 1720375983. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 7, 2011.

Where is Ruben Mendez located?

Ruben Mendez practices at 4888 Loop Central Dr Ste 510, Houston, TX 77081. The listed phone number is (713) 346-1551.

What is Ruben Mendez's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Ruben Mendez enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ruben Mendez 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 Ruben Mendez accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, CHRISTUS Health Plan, Community Health Choice, Medica and Oscar Insurance Company and 1 other insurer list Ruben Mendez 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 Ruben Mendez was last updated on May 5, 2023. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.