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DR. HUSSEIN MUNAVER POTHIWALLA MD
NPI 1841854627
Hospitalist in Webster, TX

Active since April 26, 2019PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
500 N KOBAYASHI STE A, WEBSTER, TX 77598(281) 724-7341 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 1, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 30, 2026, Mar 26, 2026, Feb 24, 2025 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2019).

About Dr. Hussein Munaver Pothiwalla Md NPPES

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

DR. HUSSEIN MUNAVER POTHIWALLA MD (NPI 1841854627) is an individual hospitalist provider in Webster, Texas, licensed in Texas (V3679) and active in the NPI registry since April 2019. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Of Texas Medical Branch Galveston, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1841854627
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208M00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. HUSSEIN MUNAVER POTHIWALLACredential: MD
Location Address500 N KOBAYASHI STE AWebster, TX 77598-4722
Mailing AddressPo Box 58406Webster, TX 77598-8406
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2009
Enumeration DateApril 26, 2019
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 1, 20265 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 1, 2026
NPI 1841854627 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyHospitalistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208M00000X
Licenses Licensed in TX · V3679 Licensed in MD · D94225
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 D94225 (MD), V3679 (TX)
500 N KOBAYASHI STE A, Webster, TX 77598

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1301 University BlvdGalveston, TX 77555-5805 · Phone (409) 772-1011
Location 26565 N Charles St Ste 203Towson, MD 21204-5805 · Phone (443) 849-3760 · Fax (443) 849-8138

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. Hussein Munaver Pothiwalla 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 ID749523587
PECOS Enrollment IDI20241010004161
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.
225 services115 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.
48 services48 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.
47 services47 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
39 services21 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.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

University Of Texas Medical Branch Galveston

Acute Care Hospitals · Galveston, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number450018
Location301 University BoulevardGalveston, TX 77555 · Galveston County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Pampa Regional Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Pampa, TX
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number451398
Location1 Medical PlazaPampa, TX 79065 · Gray County
Emergency services

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
$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.

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.

Physician Assistant (Surgical)
500 N KOBAYASHI STE A
WEBSTER, TX 77598
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
500 N KOBAYASHI STE A
WEBSTER, TX 77598
Internal Medicine
500 N KOBAYASHI STE A
WEBSTER, TX 77598
Family Medicine
500 N KOBAYASHI STE A
WEBSTER, TX 77598
Internal Medicine
500 N KOBAYASHI STE A
WEBSTER, TX 77598
Internal Medicine
500 N KOBAYASHI STE A
WEBSTER, TX 77598
Nurse Practitioner (Gerontology)
500 N KOBAYASHI STE A
WEBSTER, TX 77598
Family Medicine
500 N KOBAYASHI STE A
WEBSTER, TX 77598

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 Hussein Pothiwalla's NPI number?

The NPI number for Hussein Pothiwalla is 1841854627. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 26, 2019.

Where is Hussein Pothiwalla located?

Hussein Pothiwalla practices at 500 N Kobayashi Ste A, Webster, TX 77598. The listed phone number is (281) 724-7341.

What is Hussein Pothiwalla's specialty?

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

Is Hussein Pothiwalla enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Hussein Pothiwalla 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 Hussein Pothiwalla accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Oscar Insurance Company and WellPoint list Hussein Pothiwalla 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 Hussein Pothiwalla affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Hussein Pothiwalla is affiliated with University Of Texas Medical Branch Galveston and Pampa Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Hussein Pothiwalla was last updated on July 1, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 44 days 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.