Kathleen Mcdonald, MD
NPI 1558344077 · Otolaryngology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kathleen Mcdonald, MD is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1558344077).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1558344077
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- K0125 (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
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
1,273 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 | 313 | $129 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 275 | $91 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 159 | $46 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 134 | $112 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Voice Box Using a Flexible Endoscope31575 | 108 | $128 |
| Removal of Impacted Cerumen (one Or Both Ears) By Physician on Same Date of Service As Audiologic Function TestingG0268 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 26 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | 277 | 167 |
| Methylprednisolone | 96 | 88 |
| Famotidine | 90 | 30 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 83 | 73 |
| Fluocinolone Acetonide Oil | 73 | 53 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 69 | 26 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 67 | 33 |
| Montelukast Sodium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,115 across 23 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
- 2005-11-29
- Last updated
- 2022-05-10
- Certified
- 2022-05-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kathleen Mcdonald's NPI number?
- Kathleen Mcdonald's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558344077, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kathleen Mcdonald's specialty?
- Kathleen Mcdonald is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kathleen Mcdonald located?
- Kathleen Mcdonald's practice location on file with NPPES is 11914 Astoria Blvd, Houston, TX 77089-6064.
- What is Kathleen Mcdonald's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kathleen Mcdonald is (281) 484-3981.
- Does Kathleen Mcdonald accept Medicare?
- Kathleen Mcdonald is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kathleen Mcdonald's NPI active?
- Yes — Kathleen Mcdonald's NPI (1558344077) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-05-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.