Edward Baptista, M.D.
NPI 1487762209 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Humble, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Edward Baptista, M.D. is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Humble, TX (NPI 1487762209).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1487762209
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- K2843 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,091 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 | 1,043 | $130 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 754 | $15 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 346 | $8 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 162 | $9 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 123 | $77 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 67 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 415 | 134 |
| Losartan Potassium | 406 | 133 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 403 | 140 |
| Carvedilol | 395 | 131 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 393 | 99 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 390 | 130 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,959 across 91 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)
- 15055 East Fwy Ste B60Channelview, TX 77530-4192Phone: (281) 446-6656Fax: (281) 446-6657
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-29
- Last updated
- 2026-05-19
- Certified
- 2026-05-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Edward Baptista's NPI number?
- Edward Baptista's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487762209, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Edward Baptista's specialty?
- Edward Baptista is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Edward Baptista located?
- Edward Baptista's practice location on file with NPPES is 18450 Highway 59 N, Humble, TX 77338-4404.
- What is Edward Baptista's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Edward Baptista is (281) 446-6656.
- Does Edward Baptista accept Medicare?
- Edward Baptista is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Edward Baptista's NPI active?
- Yes — Edward Baptista's NPI (1487762209) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-05-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.