Rinata Simien, NP-C
NPI 1174948228 · Gerontology Nurse Practitioner · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nurse Practitioner · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Rinata Simien, NP-C is a Gerontology Nurse Practitioner provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1174948228).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1174948228
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gerontology Nurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- NP-C
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 723085 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
12 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
322 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 | 85 | $82 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 78 | $120 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 21-30 Minutes99443 | 46 | $83 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 43 | $149 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 21-30 Minutes99443 | 41 | $109 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 72 | 25 |
| Celecoxib | 42 | 11 |
| Prednisone | 38 | 27 |
| Hydrocortisone | 28 | — |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 17 | — |
| Zolpidem Tartrate | 17 | — |
| Budesonidebrand: Budesonide Dr | 16 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$220 across 5 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
- 2014-02-26
- Last updated
- 2014-08-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rinata Simien's NPI number?
- Rinata Simien's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174948228, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Rinata Simien's specialty?
- Rinata Simien is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Rinata Simien located?
- Rinata Simien's practice location on file with NPPES is 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030-4009.
- What is Rinata Simien's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Rinata Simien is (713) 792-6161.
- Does Rinata Simien accept Medicare?
- Rinata Simien is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Rinata Simien's NPI active?
- Yes — Rinata Simien's NPI (1174948228) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-08-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.