Latifa Fakoya, D.O.
NPI 1215199971 · Rheumatology Physician · Sugar Land, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Latifa Fakoya, D.O. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Sugar Land, TX (NPI 1215199971).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1215199971
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- N9498 (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
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
711 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 High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 280 | $173 |
| 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 | 230 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 157 | $122 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 33 | $210 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 11 | $68 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 30 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 379 | 119 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 338 | 105 |
| Prednisone | 191 | 69 |
| Leflunomide | 99 | 35 |
| Gabapentin | 69 | 24 |
| Adalimumabbrand: Humira(cf) Pen | 68 | 13 |
| Folic Acid | 65 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,492 across 83 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 (2)
- 12553 Gulf FwyHouston, TX 77034-4509Phone: (281) 481-8557Fax: (281) 481-8540
- 12553 Gulf FwyHouston, TX 77034-4509Phone: (281) 481-8557Fax: (281) 481-8540
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-06-25
- Last updated
- 2022-07-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Latifa Fakoya's NPI number?
- Latifa Fakoya's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215199971, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Latifa Fakoya's specialty?
- Latifa Fakoya is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Latifa Fakoya located?
- Latifa Fakoya's practice location on file with NPPES is 16659 Southwest Fwy Ste 235, Sugar Land, TX 77479.
- What is Latifa Fakoya's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Latifa Fakoya is (281) 980-2717.
- Does Latifa Fakoya accept Medicare?
- Latifa Fakoya is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Latifa Fakoya's NPI active?
- Yes — Latifa Fakoya's NPI (1215199971) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-07-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.