Cynthia Scott-Praisoody, MD
NPI 1518161108 · Internal Medicine Physician · Friendswood, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Cynthia Scott-Praisoody, MD is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Friendswood, TX (NPI 1518161108).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518161108
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- N0446 (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
686 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 | 292 | $126 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 203 | $9 |
| Advance Care Planning, First 30 Minutes99497 | 68 | $81 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 60 | $127 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 28 | $89 |
| Manual Urinalysis Test With Examination Using Microscope, Non-Automated81000 | 23 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 96 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 241 | 74 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 204 | 60 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 140 | 49 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 137 | 46 |
| Lisinopril | 111 | 36 |
| Semaglutidebrand: Ozempic | 97 | 18 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$285 across 3 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)
- 128 W Parkwood AveFriendswood, TX 77546-5431Phone: (832) 658-7160
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-06-14
- Last updated
- 2026-01-06
- Certified
- 2026-01-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Cynthia Scott-Praisoody's NPI number?
- Cynthia Scott-Praisoody's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518161108, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Cynthia Scott-Praisoody's specialty?
- Cynthia Scott-Praisoody is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Cynthia Scott-Praisoody located?
- Cynthia Scott-Praisoody's practice location on file with NPPES is 1111 S Friendswood Dr Ste 103, Friendswood, TX 77546-5095.
- What is Cynthia Scott-Praisoody's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Cynthia Scott-Praisoody is (281) 648-4900.
- Does Cynthia Scott-Praisoody accept Medicare?
- Cynthia Scott-Praisoody is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Cynthia Scott-Praisoody's NPI active?
- Yes — Cynthia Scott-Praisoody's NPI (1518161108) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-01-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.