Sheila Albuquerque, MD
NPI 1447286281 · Rheumatology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sheila Albuquerque, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1447286281).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1447286281
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- M3845 (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 tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
14 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 14 | $8 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $8–$8 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 38 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tramadol Hcl | 607 | 137 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 560 | 169 |
| Acetaminophen With Codeinebrand: Acetaminophen-Codeine | 440 | 89 |
| Prednisone | 349 | 160 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 344 | 121 |
| Gabapentin | 319 | 119 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 197 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (2)
- 2727 W Holcombe BlvdHouston, TX 77025-1669Phone: (713) 442-0000
- 10701 Vintage Preserve PkwyHouston, TX 77070-2158Phone: (713) 442-1500
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-06-23
- Last updated
- 2021-06-03
- Certified
- 2021-06-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sheila Albuquerque's NPI number?
- Sheila Albuquerque's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447286281, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sheila Albuquerque's specialty?
- Sheila Albuquerque is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sheila Albuquerque located?
- Sheila Albuquerque's practice location on file with NPPES is 15655 Cypress Wood Medical Dr, Houston, TX 77014-1471.
- What is Sheila Albuquerque's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sheila Albuquerque is (713) 442-1700.
- Does Sheila Albuquerque accept Medicare?
- Sheila Albuquerque is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sheila Albuquerque's NPI active?
- Yes — Sheila Albuquerque's NPI (1447286281) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-06-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.