LAURA FERNANDES MD
NPI 1811083116
Internal Medicine - Interventional Cardiology in Shenandoah, TX

Active since October 05, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
88.13/100
CMS Quality Rating
920 MEDICAL PLAZA DR, SUITE 520, SHENANDOAH, TX 77380(832) 562-3974(832) 813-0233 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 13, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Laura Fernandes Md NPPES

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

LAURA FERNANDES MD (NPI 1811083116) is an individual interventional cardiology provider in Shenandoah, Texas, licensed in Texas (K7017) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Hospital System, and is a graduate of Other (1985).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1811083116
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RI0011X
Provider Legal NameLAURA FERNANDESCredential: MD
Location Address920 MEDICAL PLAZA DR, SUITE 520Shenandoah, TX 77380-3260
Mailing Address920 Medical Plaza Dr, Suite 520Shenandoah, TX 77380-3260 · (832) 562-3974 · Fax (832) 813-0233
Fax(832) 813-0233
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1985
Enumeration DateOctober 5, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMay 13, 2019
NPI 1811083116 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Interventional CardiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RI0011X
License Licensed in TX · K7017
Definition
An area of medicine within the subspecialty of cardiology, which uses specialized imaging and other diagnostic techniques to evaluate blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and chambers of the heart and uses technical procedures and medications to treat abnormalities that impair the function of the cardiovascular system.
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseTaxonomy 207RC0000X · License K7017 (TX)
920 MEDICAL PLAZA DR, Shenandoah, TX 77380

Other Identifiers 1

Other8CC568TX · Blue Cross & Blue Shield Of Texas

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

Laura Fernandes 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 ID6103815865
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040507001124
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 39

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.

Management using the results of remote vital sign monitoring per calendar month, each additional 20 minutes 99458
This service involves analyzing your vital signs, like heart rate and blood pressure, remotely collected over a month. Each additional 20 minutes spent on management refers to extra time spent reviewing, interpreting your data, and planning your care. It's a critical part of ensuring your wellbeing.
996 services79 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.
946 services304 patients
Management using the results of remote vital sign monitoring per calendar month, first 20 minutes 99457
This service involves reviewing and managing your health data, which is remotely monitored and collected. Your vital signs like heart rate and blood pressure are tracked regularly throughout the month. The first 20 minutes of this data analysis per month is included in this service.
684 services87 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
444 services368 patients
Remote monitoring of physiologic parameters, initial supply of devices with daily recordings or programmed alerts transmission, each 30 days 99454
This service involves using devices to remotely track body functions like heart rate or blood pressure. These devices, provided initially, record data daily or send alerts if readings are abnormal. The service is renewed every 30 days.
423 services67 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.
248 services205 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Memorial Hermann Hospital System

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450184
Location1635 North Loop WestHouston, TX 77008 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Hca Houston Healthcare Conroe

Acute Care Hospitals · Conroe, TX
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450222
Location504 Medical Center BlvdConroe, TX 77304 · Montgomery County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Houston Methodist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450358
Location6565 FanninHouston, TX 77030 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450844
Location18220 State Highway 249Houston, TX 77070 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · The Woodlands, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number670122
Location17201 Interstate 45 SouthThe Woodlands, TX 77385 · Montgomery County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77380 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
$126.40 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$97.05 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
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.

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.

88.13/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality76.88
Promoting Interoperability89
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

ACCPin3 Heart Failure: Patient Self Care Education
Patients, age 18 and older, with a principle diagnosis of heart failure (LVEF <40) who received educational counseling on weight monitoring, sodium restriction, physical activity and medication instruction.
98%50 patients4/55-star benchmark: 99%
Cardiac Rehabilitation Patient Referral from an Outpatient Setting
Percentage of patients evaluated in an outpatient setting who within the previous 12 months have experienced an acute myocardial infarction (MI), coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery, a percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), cardiac valve surgery…
59%85 patients3/55-star benchmark: 91%
Care Plan
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…
100%361 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD): Antiplatelet Therapy
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a diagnosis of coronary artery disease (CAD) seen within a 12 month period who were prescribed aspirin or clopidogrel
87%327 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Diabetes: Medical Attention for Nephropathy
The percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a nephropathy screening test or evidence of nephropathy during the measurement period
84%180 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
97%2,290 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
98%7,210 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Health Information Exchange
The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for…
71%48 patients3/55-star benchmark: 98%
Ischemic Vascular Disease (IVD): Use of Aspirin or Another Antiplatelet
Percentage of patients 18 years of age and older who were diagnosed with acute myocardial infarction (AMI), coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) or percutaneous coronary interventions (PCI) in the 12 months prior to the measurement period, or who had an active…
88%292 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
98%56 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
25%1,168 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
100%1,007 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
66%58 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
56%1,145 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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.

Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
920 MEDICAL PLAZA DR, 330
SHENANDOAH, TX 77380
Family Medicine
920 MEDICAL PLAZA DR, 520
SHENANDOAH, TX 77380
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
920 MEDICAL PLAZA DR, SUITE 360
SHENANDOAH, TX 77380
Obstetrics & Gynecology
920 MEDICAL PLAZA DR, 400
SHENANDOAH, TX 77380
Internal Medicine
920 MEDICAL PLAZA DR, SUITE 350
SHENANDOAH, TX 77380
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
920 MEDICAL PLAZA DR, SUITE 480
SHENANDOAH, TX 77380
Clinic/Center (Primary Care)
920 MEDICAL PLAZA DR, SUITE 370
SHENANDOAH, TX 77380
Neurological Surgery
920 MEDICAL PLAZA DR, SUITE 150
SHENANDOAH, TX 77380

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 Laura Fernandes's NPI number?

The NPI number for Laura Fernandes is 1811083116. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 5, 2006.

Where is Laura Fernandes located?

Laura Fernandes practices at 920 Medical Plaza Dr Suite 520, Shenandoah, TX 77380. The listed phone number is (832) 562-3974.

What is Laura Fernandes's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Interventional Cardiology, with taxonomy code 207RI0011X.

Is Laura Fernandes enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Laura Fernandes 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 Laura Fernandes accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Community Health Choice, Molina Healthcare and WellPoint list Laura Fernandes 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 Laura Fernandes affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Laura Fernandes is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Hospital System, Hca Houston Healthcare Conroe, Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital and Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Laura Fernandes was last updated on May 13, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 years 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.