Li-Herng Liu, M.D.
NPI 1609037969 · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Corpus Christi, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pain Management · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Li-Herng Liu, M.D. is a Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician provider in Corpus Christi, TX (NPI 1609037969).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1609037969
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- P2141 (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 tenure25% of score
18 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
3,369 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 | 1,054 | $119 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 295 | $86 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 288 | $59 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 194 | $13 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 11-20 Minutes99442 | 192 | $83 |
| Complex Chronic Care Management Services for Two Or More Chronic Conditions, First 60 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 49 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 3,277 | 374 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 1,808 | 360 |
| Gabapentin | 1,599 | 329 |
| Acetaminophen With Codeinebrand: Acetaminophen-Codeine | 1,384 | 305 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 1,309 | 212 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 960 | 223 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,458 across 65 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)
- 13725 Northwest Blvd Ste 120Corpus Christi, TX 78410-5123Phone: (361) 387-0046
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-06-19
- Last updated
- 2024-02-22
- Certified
- 2024-02-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Li-Herng Liu's NPI number?
- Li-Herng Liu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609037969, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Li-Herng Liu's specialty?
- Li-Herng Liu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Li-Herng Liu located?
- Li-Herng Liu's practice location on file with NPPES is 5637 Corsica Rd, Corpus Christi, TX 78414-6293.
- What is Li-Herng Liu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Li-Herng Liu is (361) 387-0046.
- Does Li-Herng Liu accept Medicare?
- Li-Herng Liu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Li-Herng Liu's NPI active?
- Yes — Li-Herng Liu's NPI (1609037969) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-02-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.