RUTH ELSA STEPHEN APRN, FNP-C
NPI 1740837665
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Webster, TX

Q: What is Ruth Stephen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ruth Stephen is 1740837665. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 26, 2019.

Q: What is Ruth Stephen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ruth Stephen was last updated on February 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 months 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 August 26, 2019PECOS Enrolled

905 W MEDICAL CENTER BLVD STE 402, WEBSTER, TX 77598(281) 724-1862(281) 724-1859 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: May 19, 2025, May 14, 2024, Feb 27, 2023 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2019).

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About Ruth Elsa Stephen Aprn, Fnp-c NPPES

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

RUTH ELSA STEPHEN APRN, FNP-C (NPI 1740837665) is an individual family provider in Webster, Texas, licensed in Texas (AP142852) and active in the NPI registry since August 2019. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and maintains 3 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1740837665

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X

Provider Legal NameRUTH ELSA STEPHENCredential: APRN, FNP-C

Location Address905 W MEDICAL CENTER BLVD STE 402Webster, TX 77598-4009

Mailing AddressPo Box 57845Webster, TX 77598-7845 · (281) 724-1862 · Fax (281) 724-1859

Phone(281) 724-1862

Fax(281) 724-1859

Sole ProprietorNo

Enumeration DateAugust 26, 2019

Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 13, 20265 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedFebruary 13, 2026

✔ NPI 1740837665 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

Taxonomy Code363LF0000X

License✔ Licensed in TX · AP142852

905 W MEDICAL CENTER BLVD STE 402, Webster, TX 77598

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Secondary Practice Locations 3

Location 1500 N Kobayashi Ste FWebster, TX 77598-4722 · Phone (281) 724-1860 · Fax (281) 724-1861

Location 2600 N Kobayashi Ste 110Webster, TX 77598-4841 · Phone (281) 338-1701

Location 3600 N Kobayashi Ste 309Webster, TX 77598-4841 · Phone (281) 724-8332

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Ruth Elsa Stephen Aprn, Fnp-c is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 2

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 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.

99 services56 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.

22 services22 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77598 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

$90.40 typical visit price

range $58.24 – $176.98

Typical copayment $22.60 (range $14.56 – $44.24)

Most-billed visit code 99203

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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 4

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

MRS. AMARA ELENNI OSITA

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

905 W MEDICAL CENTER BLVD STE 402
WEBSTER, TX 77598

Harris County (281) 724-1862

NANDINI GANGA

Internal Medicine

905 W MEDICAL CENTER BLVD STE 402
WEBSTER, TX 77598

Harris County (281) 724-1862

RICHARD J. YBARRA M.D.

Emergency Medicine

905 W MEDICAL CENTER BLVD STE 402
WEBSTER, TX 77598

Harris County (281) 724-1862

VERONICA FEMAT FNP

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

905 W MEDICAL CENTER BLVD STE 402
WEBSTER, TX 77598

Harris County (281) 724-1862

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 Ruth Stephen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ruth Stephen is 1740837665. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 26, 2019.

Where is Ruth Stephen located?

Ruth Stephen practices at 905 W Medical Center Blvd Ste 402, Webster, TX 77598. The listed phone number is (281) 724-1862.

What is Ruth Stephen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Is Ruth Stephen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ruth Stephen is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Ruth Stephen accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and 6 other insurers list Ruth Stephen 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 Ruth Stephen was last updated on February 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 months 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.