DR. CLAYTON OKPARA M.D
NPI 1790163764
Hospitalist in Humble, TX

Active since May 11, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
18951 N MEMORIAL DR, HUMBLE, TX 77338(281) 540-7700 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 19, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 19, 2024, Mar 20, 2020, Jan 28, 2019 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Clayton Okpara M.d NPPES

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

DR. CLAYTON OKPARA M.D (NPI 1790163764) is an individual hospitalist provider in Humble, Texas, licensed in Texas (R5302) and active in the NPI registry since May 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Harlingen.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1790163764
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208M00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CLAYTON OKPARACredential: M.D
Location Address18951 N MEMORIAL DRHumble, TX 77338-4217
Mailing Address18951 N Memorial DrHumble, TX 77338-4217
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateMay 11, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 19, 20244 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 19, 2024
NPI 1790163764 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

Primary SpecialtyHospitalistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208M00000X
License Licensed in TX · R5302
Definition

Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 1790163764 (TX), R5302 (TX)
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X · License BP10052481 (TX)
18951 N MEMORIAL DR, Humble, TX 77338

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 12102 Treasure Hills Blvd, Internal Medicine Residency ProgramHarlingen, TX 78550-8736 · Phone (956) 365-8805

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. Clayton Okpara 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 ID5890080345
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180718000452
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 5

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
333 services176 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
169 services163 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 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.
81 services80 patients
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497
Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.
37 services36 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
19 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450068
Location6411 FanninHouston, TX 77030 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Memorial Hermann Memorial City Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450610
Location921 GessnerHouston, TX 77024 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77338 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
$134.06 typical visit price
range $58.24 – $176.98
Typical copayment $33.51 (range $14.56 – $44.24)
Most-billed visit code 99204
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
2 suppliers13 claims13 services$15.10 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
2 suppliers14 claims14 services$66.75 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.

Family Medicine
18951 N MEMORIAL DR
HUMBLE, TX 77338
Hospitalist
18951 N MEMORIAL DR
HUMBLE, TX 77338
Emergency Medicine
18951 N MEMORIAL DR
HUMBLE, TX 77338
Physician Assistant
18951 N MEMORIAL DR
HUMBLE, TX 77338
Emergency Medicine
18951 N MEMORIAL DR
HUMBLE, TX 77338
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
18951 N MEMORIAL DR
HUMBLE, TX 77338
Emergency Medicine
18951 N MEMORIAL DR
HUMBLE, TX 77338
Internal Medicine
18951 N MEMORIAL DR
HUMBLE, TX 77338

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 Clayton Okpara's NPI number?

The NPI number for Clayton Okpara is 1790163764. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 11, 2015.

Where is Clayton Okpara located?

Clayton Okpara practices at 18951 N Memorial Dr, Humble, TX 77338. The listed phone number is (281) 540-7700.

What is Clayton Okpara's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Hospitalist with taxonomy code 208M00000X.

Is Clayton Okpara enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Clayton Okpara 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 Clayton Okpara accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, CHRISTUS Health Plan, Community Health Choice and Oscar Insurance Company list Clayton Okpara 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 Clayton Okpara affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Clayton Okpara is affiliated with Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center and Memorial Hermann Memorial City Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Clayton Okpara was last updated on September 19, 2024. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.