LAURA GERLA MD
NPI 1932637121
Family Medicine in The Woodlands, TX

Q: What is Laura Gerla's NPI number?

The NPI number for Laura Gerla is 1932637121. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 1, 2017.

Q: What is Laura Gerla's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Laura Gerla was last updated on July 28, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 months 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 01, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

10020 RESEARCH FOREST DR, THE WOODLANDS, TX 77354(281) 356-1945(281) 356-1978 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 28, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 20, 2020, Jun 1, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Laura Gerla Md NPPES

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

LAURA GERLA MD (NPI 1932637121) is an individual family medicine provider in The Woodlands, Texas, licensed in Texas (R9759) and active in the NPI registry since June 2017. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Hospital System, and is a graduate of Texas A & M University System, Hsc, College Of Medicine (2017).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1932637121

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X

Provider Legal NameLAURA GERLACredential: MD

Location Address10020 RESEARCH FOREST DRThe Woodlands, TX 77354-6780

Mailing Address6912 Fm 1488 RdMagnolia, TX 77354-1527 · (281) 356-1945 · Fax (281) 356-1978

Phone(281) 356-1945

Fax(281) 356-1978

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSTexas A & M University System, Hsc, College Of MedicineGraduated 2017

Enumeration DateJune 1, 2017

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 28, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJuly 28, 2025

✔ NPI 1932637121 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207Q00000X

License✔ Licensed in TX · R9759

Definition

Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.

10020 RESEARCH FOREST DR, The Woodlands, TX 77354

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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

Laura Gerla 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 ID5799053005

PECOS Enrollment IDI20200813003431

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 Laura Gerla reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Westwood Primary Care, PLLC

0.7 mi

Family Medicine

6912 FM 1488 RD STE A
Magnolia, TX 77354

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

NPI 1851549851 (281) 356-1945

Hospitalist Medicine Physicians Of Texas, PLLC

23 mi

Internal Medicine

18951 N MEMORIAL DR
Humble, TX 77338

Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
2,009 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1629307095 (281) 540-7700

Cogent Healthcare Of Texas, PA

197 mi

Internal Medicine

8200 WALNUT HILL LN
Dallas, TX 75231

Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
1,208 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1992722953 (214) 345-7585

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.

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.

135 services91 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.

103 services61 patients

Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for influenza virus 87804

This is a test that identifies the influenza virus in your body. It works by using an immunoassay, a method that detects the presence of the virus through an immune response. The results are directly observable, making it a quick and efficient way to diagnose flu.

48 services21 patients

Automated urinalysis test 81003

An automated urinalysis test is a routine examination that checks your urine for various substances. It can help identify potential health issues such as kidney problems or diabetes. The test uses a machine to analyze a small urine sample, providing quick and accurate results.

44 services28 patients

Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439

An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.

35 services35 patients

Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for streptococcus, group a (strep) 87880

A detection test by immunoassay for Group A Strep is a quick procedure to identify a bacterial infection in your throat. It involves taking a throat swab and applying it to a test strip, which changes color if Strep bacteria are present.

25 services24 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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 Tomball

Acute Care Hospitals · Tomball, TX

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number450670

Location605 HolderriethTomball, TX 77375 · Harris County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Luke's The Woodlands Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · The Woodlands, TX

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number450862

Location17200 St Luke's WayThe Woodlands, TX 77384 · Montgomery 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 77354 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

$84.92 typical visit price

range $54.84 – $166.88

Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)

Most-billed visit code 99203

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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

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

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 suppliers15 claims15 services$81.47 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 3

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

ABBY FARBER

Behavior Analyst

10020 RESEARCH FOREST DR
THE WOODLANDS, TX 77354

Montgomery County (346) 547-4144

DR. RUBY SAMUEL JOHN MD

Internal Medicine

10020 RESEARCH FOREST DR
THE WOODLANDS, TX 77354

Montgomery County (281) 356-1945

UMME AIMAN KHAN BCBA

Behavior Analyst

10020 RESEARCH FOREST DR
THE WOODLANDS, TX 77354

Montgomery County (346) 547-4144

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 Gerla's NPI number?

The NPI number for Laura Gerla is 1932637121. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 1, 2017.

Where is Laura Gerla located?

Laura Gerla practices at 10020 Research Forest Dr, The Woodlands, TX 77354. The listed phone number is (281) 356-1945.

What is Laura Gerla's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Laura Gerla enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Laura Gerla 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 Laura Gerla's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Laura Gerla reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Westwood Primary Care, PLLC (Magnolia, TX), Hospitalist Medicine Physicians Of Texas, PLLC (Humble, TX) and Cogent Healthcare Of Texas, PA (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 Laura Gerla's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Laura Gerla 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 Laura Gerla 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 Gerla affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Laura Gerla is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Hospital System, Hca Houston Healthcare Tomball, St Luke's The Woodlands Hospital and Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Laura Gerla was last updated on July 28, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 months 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.