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DR. CHRISTOPHER HEATH PERKINS M.D.
NPI 1851547871
Orthopaedic Surgery in Houston, TX

Active since August 10, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
84.05/100
CMS Quality Rating
1504 TAUB LOOP, HOUSTON, TX 77030(713) 873-8890 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 14, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 14, 2023, Nov 27, 2020, Feb 13, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Christopher Heath Perkins M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CHRISTOPHER HEATH PERKINS M.D. (NPI 1851547871) is an individual orthopaedic surgery provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (Q2827) and active in the NPI registry since August 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Chi St Luke's Health Baylor College Of Medicine Me, and maintains a secondary practice location in Houston.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1851547871
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207X00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTOPHER HEATH PERKINSCredential: M.D.
Location Address1504 TAUB LOOPHouston, TX 77030-1608
Mailing Address7200 Cambridge St, Suite 10aHouston, TX 77030-4202 · (713) 986-7310 · Fax (713) 986-5521
Phone(713) 873-8890
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSBaylor College Of MedicineGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateAugust 10, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 14, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 14, 2023
✔ NPI 1851547871 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207X00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · Q2827
Definition
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
Also ListedOrthopaedic Surgery · Orthopaedic TraumaTaxonomy 207XX0801X · License Q2827 (TX)
1504 TAUB LOOP, Houston, TX 77030
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 17200 Cambridge St, Suite 10AHouston, TX 77030-4202 · Phone (713) 986-7310 · Fax (713) 986-5521

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, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Christopher Heath Perkins 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 ID6305094715
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150202001030
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

2

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

Baylor College Of Medicine
Same address
Family Medicine
1504 TAUB LOOP
Houston, TX 77030
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 2,296 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1053352914 (713) 873-2000
Baylor College Of Medicine
0.9 mi
Medical Genetics, Ph.D. Medical Genetics
7200 CAMBRIDGE ST FL 10
Houston, TX 77030
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 2,554 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1881026664 (713) 798-0000

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

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 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.
29 services22 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Chi St Luke's Health Baylor College Of Medicine Me

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number450193
Location6720 Bertner Ave, Ste Mc1-266Houston, TX 77030 · Harris County
Emergency services

Harris Health System

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number450289
Location2525 Holly HallHouston, TX 77054 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77030 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
$72.62 typical visit price
range $18.60 – $143.93
Typical copayment $18.15 (range $4.65 – $35.98)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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.

84.05/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality84.49
Improvement Activities40
Cost54.39

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.

ZAVEN SARGSYAN MD
Internal Medicine
1504 TAUB LOOP
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 873-8890
KAYE-ANN ANTONETTE CHRISTIE PA-C
Physician Assistant
1504 TAUB LOOP
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 873-2000
EMILY MARIE WEBSTER PA-C
Physician Assistant
1504 TAUB LOOP
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 873-8890
DR. MIGUEL A NIETO D.O.
Emergency Medicine
1504 TAUB LOOP, EMERGENCY CENTER
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 873-7045
DR. LOUIS BRUNO FORNAGE MD
Emergency Medicine
1504 TAUB LOOP
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 873-3060
DR. MICHELE TROUTMAN GIFFORD MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology
1504 TAUB LOOP
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 798-1750
DR. KYLE SUEN M.D.
Emergency Medicine
1504 TAUB LOOP
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 873-8890
DR. MIYSHA SHAW GIRARDEAU MD, MS
Internal Medicine
1504 TAUB LOOP
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (771) 387-3889

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 Christopher Perkins's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Perkins is 1851547871. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 10, 2008.

Where is Christopher Perkins located?

Christopher Perkins practices at 1504 Taub Loop, Houston, TX 77030. The listed phone number is (713) 873-8890.

What is Christopher Perkins's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.

Is Christopher Perkins enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Perkins 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 Christopher Perkins's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Christopher Perkins reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Baylor College Of Medicine (Houston, TX) and Baylor College Of Medicine (Houston, TX). 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 Christopher Perkins's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Christopher Perkins 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 3 other insurers list Christopher Perkins 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 Christopher Perkins affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Perkins is affiliated with Chi St Luke's Health Baylor College Of Medicine Me and Harris Health System.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Perkins was last updated on November 14, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.