ANDREA RODRIGUEZ KAWAS MD
NPI 1780107235
Internal Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in Houston, TX

Q: What is Andrea Rodriguez Kawas's NPI number?

The NPI number for Andrea Rodriguez Kawas is 1780107235. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 17, 2017.

Q: What is Andrea Rodriguez Kawas's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RH0002X.

Active since July 17, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

92.5/100

CMS Quality Rating

1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD, HOUSTON, TX 77030(713) 792-6161 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 15, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 15, 2026, Jan 7, 2026, Dec 2, 2025 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Andrea Rodriguez Kawas Md NPPES

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

ANDREA RODRIGUEZ KAWAS MD (NPI 1780107235) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (W1883) and active in the NPI registry since July 2017. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains 2 additional practice locations, and is a graduate of Other (2013).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1780107235

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207RH0002X

Provider Legal NameANDREA RODRIGUEZ KAWASCredential: MD

Location Address1515 HOLCOMBE BLVDHouston, TX 77030-4000

Mailing AddressPo Box 4439Houston, TX 77210-4439 · (713) 792-2991

Phone(713) 792-6161

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2013

Enumeration DateJuly 17, 2017

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 15, 20266 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJanuary 15, 2026

✔ NPI 1780107235 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RH0002X

License✔ Licensed in TX · W1883

Definition

An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.

1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD, Houston, TX 77030

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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1341 E Main St Ste 100San Jacinto, CA 92583-4206 · Phone (951) 654-5590

Location 22800 Main StBridgeport, CT 06606-4201 · Phone (203) 576-6000

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Andrea Rodriguez Kawas 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 ID3375933914

PECOS Enrollment IDI20211214000998, I20251218000804

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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

Medicare enrollment records show Andrea Rodriguez Kawas reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Physicians Referral Service

0.1 mi

Multi-Specialty

1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD
Houston, TX 77030

Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
2,675 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1073574810 (713) 792-6161

R & N Gupta MD Professional Corporation

1,297 mi

Internal Medicine

341 E MAIN ST, STE 100
San Jacinto, CA 92583

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
8 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1730535261 (951) 654-9367

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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.

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.

596 services131 patients

Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0444

An annual depression screening is a short, routine evaluation to check for signs of depression. It involves answering a series of questions about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. The process takes about 15 minutes and helps detect depression early for better management.

38 services38 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205

This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.

24 services24 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

14 services13 patients

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.

92.5/100

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

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

81.1

Improvement Activities

Cost

69.71

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

3 suppliers17 claims17 services$208.70 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

DR. MERRY CHEN MD

Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)

1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77030

Harris County (713) 792-6161

AMEENA BAGREE MALHOTRA M.D.

Internal Medicine (Nephrology)

1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD, 77030-4009
HOUSTON, TX 77030

Harris County (713) 792-6161

SOLANGE ERLYN COX MD

Surgery

1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77030

Harris County (713) 792-2360

DR. BRYAN KEITH GUILLORY M.D.

Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)

1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77030

Harris County (713) 792-6161

JANUARY Y TSAI MD

Anesthesiology

1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77030

Harris County (713) 792-6161

DR. SUNYOUNG LEE MD

Internal Medicine (Medical Oncology)

1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77030

Harris County (713) 792-6161

MRS. RACHEL KRAMER FUTRELL PA-C

Physician Assistant

1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77030

Harris County (713) 792-6161

MEGAN J TANNER NP-C

Nurse Practitioner

1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77030

Harris County (713) 792-6161

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 Andrea Rodriguez Kawas's NPI number?

The NPI number for Andrea Rodriguez Kawas is 1780107235. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 17, 2017.

Where is Andrea Rodriguez Kawas located?

Andrea Rodriguez Kawas practices at 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030. The listed phone number is (713) 792-6161.

What is Andrea Rodriguez Kawas's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RH0002X.

Is Andrea Rodriguez Kawas enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Andrea Rodriguez Kawas 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Andrea Rodriguez Kawas's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Andrea Rodriguez Kawas reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Physicians Referral Service (Houston, TX) and R & N Gupta MD Professional Corporation (San Jacinto, CA). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Andrea Rodriguez Kawas's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Andrea Rodriguez Kawas was last updated on January 15, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.