DR. ALEXIS EDWARD SHAFII M.D.
NPI 1730354945
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Houston, TX

Active since April 29, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
6620 MAIN ST STE 1325, HOUSTON, TX 77030(713) 798-5700 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 27, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

About Dr. Alexis Edward Shafii M.d. NPPES

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

DR. ALEXIS EDWARD SHAFII M.D. (NPI 1730354945) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (P3074) and active in the NPI registry since April 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Chi St Luke's Health Baylor College Of Medicine Me, and maintains a secondary practice location in Lexington.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1730354945
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. ALEXIS EDWARD SHAFIICredential: M.D.
Location Address6620 MAIN ST STE 1325Houston, TX 77030-2332
Mailing Address6620 Main St Ste 1325Houston, TX 77030-2332 · (713) 798-5700
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of South Florida College Of MedicineGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateApril 29, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 27, 2023
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 27, 2023
NPI 1730354945 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
Licenses Licensed in TX · P3074 Licensed in KY · 48259
Definition

A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.

Also ListedSurgeryTaxonomy 208600000X · License 93623 (FL), 35089747 (OH), P3074 (TX)
6620 MAIN ST STE 1325, Houston, TX 77030

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1740 S Limestone, Suite A-301Lexington, KY 40536-0284 · Phone (859) 323-6494

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid3050759-01TX
Medicaid3050759-02TX

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

Dr. Alexis Edward Shafii 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 ID7911030119
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120821000530
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 4

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.

Harvest of vein using an endoscope 33508
Harvesting a vein using an endoscope is a procedure where a small camera is used to help surgeons remove a vein from your body. This vein is often used to bypass a blocked artery, improving blood flow to your heart.
14 services14 patients
Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 1 graft 33533
A coronary artery bypass with one artery graft is a surgical procedure to improve blood flow to your heart. An artery from another part of your body is used to bypass a blocked or narrowed coronary artery. This can help reduce chest pain and risk of heart attack.
14 services14 patients
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
14 services14 patients
Coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) NAN07
Coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) is a surgery to improve blood flow to your heart. It involves taking a blood vessel from another part of your body and using it to reroute blood around a blocked or narrowed artery in your heart. This can help reduce chest pain and minimize the risk of heart attacks.
0 services37 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
$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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

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

Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
6620 MAIN ST STE 1325
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
6620 MAIN ST STE 1325
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
6620 MAIN ST STE 1325
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 Alexis Shafii's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alexis Shafii is 1730354945. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 29, 2008.

Where is Alexis Shafii located?

Alexis Shafii practices at 6620 Main St Ste 1325, Houston, TX 77030. The listed phone number is (713) 798-5700.

What is Alexis Shafii's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is Alexis Shafii enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alexis Shafii 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 Alexis Shafii accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Community Health Choice, UnitedHealthcare and WellPoint list Alexis Shafii 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 Alexis Shafii affiliated with any hospitals?

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

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Alexis Shafii was last updated on September 27, 2023. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.