Joel Passer, M.D.
NPI 1003251554 · Neurological Surgery Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurosurgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joel Passer, M.D. is a Neurological Surgery Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1003251554).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1003251554
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurological Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD459587 (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
13 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
408 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 179 | $70 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 55 | $143 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 43 | $104 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 31 | $87 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 5-10 Minutes99441 | 25 | $63 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (2)
- 41 Mall RdBurlington, MA 01805-4000Phone: (781) 744-8085
- 3401 N Broad St5th Fl, Parkinson Pavilion, Ste C535Philadelphia, PA 19140-5103Phone: (215) 707-3094Fax: (215) 707-3831
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2013-05-09
- Last updated
- 2021-09-29
- Certified
- 2021-09-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joel Passer's NPI number?
- Joel Passer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1003251554, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joel Passer's specialty?
- Joel Passer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurological Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joel Passer located?
- Joel Passer's practice location on file with NPPES is 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030-4000.
- What is Joel Passer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joel Passer is (713) 792-6161.
- Does Joel Passer accept Medicare?
- Joel Passer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joel Passer's NPI active?
- Yes — Joel Passer's NPI (1003251554) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-09-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.