Billy Gilbert, M.D.
NPI 1164685731 · Nephrology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Billy Gilbert, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1164685731).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1164685731
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- BP10023256 (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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
802 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 228 | $347 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 109 | $79 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90961 | 78 | $291 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 60 | $88 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 50 | $116 |
| 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'S |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 45 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Furosemide | 267 | 116 |
| Carvedilol | 207 | 92 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 188 | 76 |
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er | 184 | 81 |
| Losartan Potassium | 181 | 71 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 160 | 47 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 155 | 64 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$194 across 10 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-07-03
- Last updated
- 2012-02-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Billy Gilbert's NPI number?
- Billy Gilbert's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164685731, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Billy Gilbert's specialty?
- Billy Gilbert is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Billy Gilbert located?
- Billy Gilbert's practice location on file with NPPES is 6624 Fannin, Houston, TX 77030-2337.
- What is Billy Gilbert's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Billy Gilbert is (713) 791-2648.
- Does Billy Gilbert accept Medicare?
- Billy Gilbert is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Billy Gilbert's NPI active?
- Yes — Billy Gilbert's NPI (1164685731) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-02-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.