Lauren Blieden, M.D.
NPI 1023271582 · Ophthalmology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lauren Blieden, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1023271582).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1023271582
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- P2098 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
17 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
5 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,590 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 .
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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 491 | $130 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 271 | $63 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 267 | $35 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 176 | $17 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 118 | $93 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 29 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 564 | 184 |
| Timolol Maleate | 254 | 93 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 244 | 80 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 169 | 59 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 138 | 81 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 92 | 28 |
| Netarsudil Mesylatebrand: Rhopressa | 92 | 31 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$61,921 across 77 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (4)
- 1977 Butler Blvd # 300Houston, TX 77030Phone: (713) 798-6100
- 6701 Fannin St Fl 5Houston, TX 77030-2608Phone: (832) 824-1000
- 6400 Fannin StSuite 1800Houston, TX 77030-1521Phone: (713) 559-5200
- 7200 Cambridge Street10th FloorHouston, TX 77030-4202Phone: (713) 798-1750Fax: (713) 798-4693
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-07-05
- Last updated
- 2025-12-01
- Certified
- 2025-12-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lauren Blieden's NPI number?
- Lauren Blieden's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1023271582, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lauren Blieden's specialty?
- Lauren Blieden is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lauren Blieden located?
- Lauren Blieden's practice location on file with NPPES is 1504 Taub Loop, Houston, TX 77030-1608.
- What is Lauren Blieden's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lauren Blieden is (713) 798-1750.
- Does Lauren Blieden accept Medicare?
- Lauren Blieden is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lauren Blieden's NPI active?
- Yes — Lauren Blieden's NPI (1023271582) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-12-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.