Hussein Elkousy, M.D.
NPI 1376531954 · Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Sports Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Hussein Elkousy, M.D. is a Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1376531954).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1376531954
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- L4919 (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
20 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
1,616 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 398 | $91 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 201 | $34 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 163 | $127 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 159 | $41 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid Large Joint Using Ultrasound Guidance20611 | 138 | $106 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 185 | 74 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 137 | 97 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 99 | 54 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 50 | 33 |
| Acetaminophen With Codeinebrand: Acetaminophen-Codeine | 45 | 42 |
| Naproxen | 39 | 33 |
| Etodolac | 31 | 16 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$61 across 2 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
- 2005-10-08
- Last updated
- 2025-04-23
- Certified
- 2025-04-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Hussein Elkousy's NPI number?
- Hussein Elkousy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1376531954, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Hussein Elkousy's specialty?
- Hussein Elkousy is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Hussein Elkousy located?
- Hussein Elkousy's practice location on file with NPPES is 7401 S. Main, Houston, TX 77030-4509.
- What is Hussein Elkousy's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Hussein Elkousy is (713) 799-2300.
- Does Hussein Elkousy accept Medicare?
- Hussein Elkousy is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Hussein Elkousy's NPI active?
- Yes — Hussein Elkousy's NPI (1376531954) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-04-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.