Lawrence Rice, M.D.
NPI 1588758510 · Hematology (Internal Medicine) Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hematology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lawrence Rice, M.D. is a Hematology (Internal Medicine) Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1588758510).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1588758510
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology (Internal Medicine) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- E9945 (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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
864 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 | 259 | $129 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 222 | $78 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 90 | $181 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 74 | $125 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 73 | $114 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 77 | 18 |
| Rivaroxabanbrand: Xarelto | 52 | — |
| Hydroxyurea | 44 | 11 |
| Prednisone | 20 | — |
| Mitapivat Sulfatebrand: Pyrukynd | 13 | — |
| Ibrutinibbrand: Imbruvica | 13 | — |
| Eltrombopag Olaminebrand: Promacta |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$18,150 across 55 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
- 2006-10-03
- Last updated
- 2012-05-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lawrence Rice's NPI number?
- Lawrence Rice's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588758510, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lawrence Rice's specialty?
- Lawrence Rice is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology (Internal Medicine) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lawrence Rice located?
- Lawrence Rice's practice location on file with NPPES is 6550 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77030-2717.
- What is Lawrence Rice's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lawrence Rice is (713) 441-0006.
- Does Lawrence Rice accept Medicare?
- Lawrence Rice is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lawrence Rice's NPI active?
- Yes — Lawrence Rice's NPI (1588758510) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-05-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.