JOHANNA HIGGINS CLOWNEY MD
NPI 1871529933
Anesthesiology in Houston, TX

Q: What is Johanna Clowney's NPI number?

The NPI number for Johanna Clowney is 1871529933. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 23, 2006.

Q: What is Johanna Clowney's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Johanna Clowney was last updated on February 23, 2017. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.

Active since June 23, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

1500 CITYWEST BLVD, STE. 300, HOUSTON, TX 77042(713) 620-4000(713) 458-4229 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 23, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

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About Johanna Higgins Clowney Md NPPES

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

JOHANNA HIGGINS CLOWNEY MD (NPI 1871529933) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (M5753) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Chicago, Pritzker School Of Medicine (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1871529933

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207L00000X

Provider Legal NameJOHANNA HIGGINS CLOWNEYCredential: MD

Location Address1500 CITYWEST BLVD, STE. 300Houston, TX 77042-2300

Mailing AddressPo Box 650865Dallas, TX 75265-0865 · (972) 233-1999 · Fax (972) 233-3666

Phone(713) 620-4000

Fax(713) 458-4229

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Chicago, Pritzker School Of MedicineGraduated 2002

Enumeration DateJune 23, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 23, 2017

✔ NPI 1871529933 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207L00000X

License✔ Licensed in TX · M5753

Definition

An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.

1500 CITYWEST BLVD, Houston, TX 77042

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Other Identifiers 4

Medicaid188512101TX

Other8AC770TX · Blue Cross Id

OtherP00789141TX · Rr Medicare

Medicare PIN8J8945TX

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Molina Healthcare.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Johanna Higgins Clowney 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 ID7618970104

PECOS Enrollment IDI20071002000409

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 Johanna Clowney reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Compass Anesthesia Providers PLLC

30 mi

Anesthesiology

333 N TEXAS AVE
Webster, TX 77598

Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
403 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1669829750 (281) 335-1700

Independent Physicians Network PLLC

223 mi

Anesthesiology

3625 N HALL ST # 800
Dallas, TX 75219

Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
495 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1396274676 (214) 252-3500

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 8

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.

Anesthesia for injection, drainage or aspiration procedures on spine or spinal cord of lower back accessed through skin using imaging guidance 01938

This procedure involves using anesthesia to numb your lower back for certain procedures like injections, drainage, or aspiration on your spine or spinal cord. Imaging guidance is used to accurately locate the area to be treated, ensuring precision and safety.

46 services42 patients

Anesthesia for injection, drainage or aspiration procedures on spine or spinal cord of neck or upper back accessed through skin using imaging guidance 01937

This procedure involves administering anesthesia to numb the neck or upper back area. This helps in carrying out procedures like injection, drainage, or aspiration on the spine or spinal cord. Imaging guidance is used to ensure accurate placement, enhancing safety and effectiveness.

25 services22 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on skin, muscles, or nerves of head, neck, and upper back 00300

Anesthesia for procedures on skin, muscles, or nerves of the head, neck, and upper back involves using medication to numb the area or make you unconscious during the procedure. This ensures you don't feel pain or discomfort. It's safe and monitored by professionals.

24 services22 patients

Anesthesia for nerve block and injection procedure, prone position 01992

Anesthesia for nerve block and injection is a procedure to numb specific areas, reducing pain. You'll be positioned face-down (prone) for optimal access to the treatment area. The anesthetic is injected near the nerve, blocking pain signals to the brain.

23 services20 patients

Anesthesia for nerve destruction procedures on spine or spinal cord of lower back accessed through skin using imaging guidance 01940

This is a procedure where anesthesia is applied to numb specific nerves in your lower back. Using imaging guidance, the doctor can accurately locate these nerves through the skin. This is done to alleviate pain by disrupting nerve signals. It's a safe and effective method.

14 services12 patients

Anesthesia for procedure on small and large bowel using an endoscope 00813

Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the small and large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. It involves administering medicine to help you sleep or feel drowsy. This allows the doctor to examine your bowels without causing you discomfort or pain.

12 services12 patients

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.

DANIELLE THERESE GEORGE CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

1500 CITYWEST BLVD, STE. 300
HOUSTON, TX 77042

Harris County (713) 620-4000

RODRIQUE DEWYANE NELSON CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

1500 CITYWEST BLVD, STE. 300
HOUSTON, TX 77042

Harris County (713) 620-4000

PEDRO NAPOLES CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

1500 CITYWEST BLVD, SUITE 300
HOUSTON, TX 77042

Harris County (972) 715-5000

GEORGE LOUIS HERLIN MD

Anesthesiology

1500 CITYWEST BLVD, STE. 300
HOUSTON, TX 77042

Harris County (713) 620-4000

GREGORY RONALD CURFMAN

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

1500 CITYWEST BLVD, STE. 300
HOUSTON, TX 77042

Harris County (713) 620-4000

JENNIFER TERRASAS CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

1500 CITYWEST BLVD, STE. 300
HOUSTON, TX 77042

Harris County (713) 620-4000

DR. DON ELDON CHERRY M.D.

Anesthesiology

1500 CITYWEST BLVD, STE. 300
HOUSTON, TX 77042

Harris County (713) 620-4000

IGNATIUS PAUL DISTEFANO

Anesthesiology

1500 CITYWEST BLVD, STE. 300
HOUSTON, TX 77042

Harris County (713) 620-4000

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 Johanna Clowney's NPI number?

The NPI number for Johanna Clowney is 1871529933. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 23, 2006.

Where is Johanna Clowney located?

Johanna Clowney practices at 1500 Citywest Blvd Ste. 300, Houston, TX 77042. The listed phone number is (713) 620-4000.

What is Johanna Clowney's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Johanna Clowney enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Johanna Clowney 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 Johanna Clowney's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Johanna Clowney reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Compass Anesthesia Providers PLLC (Webster, TX) and Independent Physicians Network PLLC (Dallas, 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 Johanna Clowney's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Johanna Clowney accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Molina Healthcare list Johanna Clowney 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Johanna Clowney was last updated on February 23, 2017. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.