Walter Sassard, M.D.
NPI 1053359752 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Walter Sassard, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1053359752).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1053359752
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- E3103 (TX)
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 tenure38% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness38% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint23% of score
3 documented practice locations
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 prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 283 | 60 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 184 | 65 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 84 | 23 |
| Meloxicam | 83 | 27 |
| Gabapentin | 76 | 34 |
| Prednisone | 63 | 59 |
| Naproxen | 58 | 34 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (2)
- 2040 W Gray St Ste 200Houston, TX 77019-3658Phone: (713) 442-3400
- 560 Meyerland Plaza MallHouston, TX 77096-1615Phone: (713) 442-3222
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-06-03
- Last updated
- 2023-08-28
- Certified
- 2023-08-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Walter Sassard's NPI number?
- Walter Sassard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053359752, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Walter Sassard's specialty?
- Walter Sassard is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Walter Sassard located?
- Walter Sassard's practice location on file with NPPES is 2727 W Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77025-1669.
- What is Walter Sassard's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Walter Sassard is (713) 442-0000.
- Does Walter Sassard accept Medicare?
- Walter Sassard is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Walter Sassard's NPI active?
- Yes — Walter Sassard's NPI (1053359752) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-08-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.