MARIA M PATARROYO APONTE M.D.
NPI 1962671842
Internal Medicine - Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology in Houston, TX

Q: What is Maria Patarroyo Aponte's NPI number?

The NPI number for Maria Patarroyo Aponte is 1962671842. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 26, 2008.

Q: What is Maria Patarroyo Aponte's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, with taxonomy code 207RA0001X.

Active since February 26, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

82.38/100

CMS Quality Rating

6400 FANNIN ST STE 2500, HOUSTON, TX 77030(713) 500-7528(713) 500-0898 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 27, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 20, 2021, May 8, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Maria M Patarroyo Aponte M.d. NPPES

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

MARIA M PATARROYO APONTE M.D. (NPI 1962671842) is an individual advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (R7555) and active in the NPI registry since February 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (1999).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1962671842

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207RA0001X

Provider Legal NameMARIA M PATARROYO APONTECredential: M.D.

Location Address6400 FANNIN ST STE 2500Houston, TX 77030-1537

Mailing Address6400 Fannin St Ste 2350Houston, TX 77030-1554 · (713) 500-7528 · Fax (713) 500-0898

Phone(713) 500-7528

Fax(713) 500-0898

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1999

Enumeration DateFebruary 26, 2008

Last NPPES UpdateNovember 27, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedNovember 27, 2023

✔ NPI 1962671842 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant CardiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RA0001X

License✔ Licensed in TX · R7555

Definition

Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology would participate in the inpatient and outpatient management of patients with advanced heart failure across the spectrum from consideration for high-risk cardiac surgery, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to pre-and post-operative evaluation and management of patients with cardiac transplants and mechanical support devices, and end-of-life care for patients with end-stage heart failure.

Also ListedInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseTaxonomy 207RC0000X · License MD453380 (PA)

6400 FANNIN ST STE 2500, Houston, TX 77030

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Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid1029882700001PA

Medicaid3810028920WV

Medicaid0114948OH

Accepted Insurance

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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

Maria M Patarroyo Aponte 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 ID2264756626

PECOS Enrollment IDI20181126003840

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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Maria Patarroyo Aponte reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Ut Physicians

0.1 mi

Anesthesiology

6410 FANNIN ST, 1500
Houston, TX 77030

Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
3,111 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1033157821 (832) 325-7325

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 16

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 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.

532 services144 patients

Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function 93306

This is a heart ultrasound, also known as an echocardiogram. It uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart, showing how blood flows through it. The color depicts the blood flow's speed and direction. It also checks the heart's valves to ensure they're working properly.

93 services84 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.

78 services58 patients

Evaluation of lower heart chamber assist device 93750

An evaluation of a lower heart chamber assist device is a procedure to check the function of an implanted device aiding your heart's lower chambers. This helps ensure optimal heart function by monitoring the device's performance and your heart's response to it.

60 services17 patients

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010

A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.

54 services50 patients

Heart muscle strain imaging 93356

Heart muscle strain imaging is a non-invasive test that uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart. It helps doctors evaluate how well your heart muscle is working and detect any damage or disease. This can aid in diagnosing heart conditions and guiding treatment plans.

53 services45 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.

45 services42 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.

42 services39 patients

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.

23 services20 patients

Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238

Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.

17 services17 patients

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000

An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.

16 services11 patients

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010

16 services15 patients

Evaluation of lower heart chamber assist device 93750

16 services12 patients

Insertion of tube in right heart chambers for measurement 93451

This procedure involves placing a small, flexible tube into the right side of your heart. It helps assess how your heart is functioning by measuring pressures within the heart chambers. It's a key tool in diagnosing certain heart conditions.

15 services14 patients

Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function 93306

14 services13 patients

3d radiographic procedure with computerized image postprocessing 76377

A 3D radiographic procedure with computerized image postprocessing is a high-tech imaging test. It uses X-rays to create detailed 3D images of the body. The computerized postprocessing further enhances these images for more precise diagnosis and treatment planning.

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.

Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number450068

Location6411 FanninHouston, TX 77030 · Harris County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

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

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

$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.

82.38/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

79.23

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

58.5

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

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

Tacrolimus, immediate release, oral, 1 mg J7507

Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N

4 suppliers35 claims3,345 services$0.32 avg. paid by Medicare

Mycophenolate mofetil, oral, 250 mg J7517

Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N

4 suppliers25 claims5,100 services$0.19 avg. paid by Medicare

Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for the first prescription in a 30-day period Q0511

Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N

4 suppliers29 claims29 services$18.32 avg. paid by Medicare

Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for a subsequent prescription in a 30-day period Q0512

Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N

4 suppliers37 claims37 services$12.30 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 20

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

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