Thang Nguyen, DO
NPI 1245727890 · Nephrology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Thang Nguyen, DO is a Nephrology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1245727890).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1245727890
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- DO
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
8 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
464 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 70 | $16 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure, Each Additional 15 Minutes99153 | 59 | $12 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 56 | $129 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 54 | $79 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 43 | $49 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Furosemide | 129 | 45 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 60 | 11 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 59 | 35 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 50 | 16 |
| Chlorthalidone | 41 | 16 |
| Calcitriol | 37 | 13 |
| Losartan Potassium | 32 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,460 across 109 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 (1)
- 7101 S Padre Island DrCorpus Christi, TX 78412-4913Phone: (361) 761-3719
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2018-04-19
- Last updated
- 2026-05-14
- Certified
- 2026-05-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thang Nguyen's NPI number?
- Thang Nguyen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245727890, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Thang Nguyen's specialty?
- Thang Nguyen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Thang Nguyen located?
- Thang Nguyen's practice location on file with NPPES is 2525 North Loop W Ste 600, Houston, TX 77008-1094.
- What is Thang Nguyen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Thang Nguyen is (713) 866-6201.
- Does Thang Nguyen accept Medicare?
- Thang Nguyen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Thang Nguyen's NPI active?
- Yes — Thang Nguyen's NPI (1245727890) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-05-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.