DR. MELISSA CHRISTINE BOWMAN M.D.
NPI 1942476924
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology in Houston, TX

Active since April 30, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
10.83/100
CMS Quality Rating
1140 BUSINESS CENTER DR, SUITE 370, HOUSTON, TX 77043(713) 271-6881 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 30, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Melissa Christine Bowman M.d. NPPES

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

DR. MELISSA CHRISTINE BOWMAN M.D. (NPI 1942476924) is an individual anatomic pathology & clinical pathology provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (N7229) and active in the NPI registry since April 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Ohio State University College Of Medicine (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1942476924
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0102X
Provider Legal NameDR. MELISSA CHRISTINE BOWMANCredential: M.D.
Location Address1140 BUSINESS CENTER DR, SUITE 370Houston, TX 77043-2737
Mailing Address1140 Business Center Dr, Suite 370Houston, TX 77043-2737 · (713) 271-6881
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOhio State University College Of MedicineGraduated 2005
Enumeration DateApril 30, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 30, 2011
NPI 1942476924 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0102X
Licenses Licensed in TX · N7229 Licensed in MI · 4301093243
Definition
A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.
1140 BUSINESS CENTER DR, Houston, TX 77043

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. Melissa Christine Bowman 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 ID749462638
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110314001038
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.

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
1,662 services480 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue including interpretation and report 88313
Special stained specimen slides are used to examine tissue samples. This involves applying special dyes to the tissue, which helps to highlight certain features under a microscope. The findings are then interpreted and a report is provided. This can aid in diagnosing various health conditions.
607 services221 patients
Special stained specimen slides to identify organisms including interpretation and report 88312
This service involves coloring specimen slides in a special way to help identify organisms. The colors make different parts of the organism stand out. Afterward, a detailed interpretation and report on the findings are provided.
604 services221 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity 88304
A pathology examination of tissue, moderately low complexity, involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. It helps to identify any abnormal cells or diseases. It's a routine procedure, not complex, and provides crucial insights for your diagnosis.
23 services14 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure 88342
This procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.
16 services14 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77043 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.

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.

10.83/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality21.66
Improvement Activities0

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.

Specialist
1140 BUSINESS CENTER DR, SUITE #550
HOUSTON, TX 77043
Family Medicine
1140 BUSINESS CENTER DR, SUITE 200
HOUSTON, TX 77043
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
1140 BUSINESS CENTER DR, SUITE 500
HOUSTON, TX 77043
Urology
1140 BUSINESS CENTER DR
HOUSTON, TX 77043
Specialist
1140 BUSINESS CENTER DR, SUITE 200
HOUSTON, TX 77043
Neurological Surgery
1140 BUSINESS CENTER DR, SUITE 490
HOUSTON, TX 77043
Pediatrics (Pediatric Infectious Diseases)
1140 BUSINESS CENTER DR, SUITE 300
HOUSTON, TX 77043
Specialist
1140 BUSINESS CENTER DR, STE 550
HOUSTON, TX 77043

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 Melissa Bowman's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melissa Bowman is 1942476924. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 30, 2008.

Where is Melissa Bowman located?

Melissa Bowman practices at 1140 Business Center Dr Suite 370, Houston, TX 77043. The listed phone number is (713) 271-6881.

What is Melissa Bowman's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0102X.

Is Melissa Bowman enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melissa Bowman 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 Melissa Bowman accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Ambetter of Oklahoma and 3 other insurers list Melissa Bowman 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 Melissa Bowman was last updated on December 30, 2011. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 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.