Tawfiq Alam, M.D., PH.D.
NPI 1629092689 · Gastroenterology Physician · The Woodlands, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Tawfiq Alam, M.D., PH.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in The Woodlands, TX (NPI 1629092689).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1629092689
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D., PH.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- L7958 (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
1,612 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 | 894 | $96 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 132 | $67 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope With Electrical Cautery45384 | 106 | $153 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 96 | $141 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 93 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 425 | 157 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 324 | 315 |
| Famotidine | 188 | 64 |
| Omeprazole | 47 | 17 |
| Sucralfate | 36 | 25 |
| Adalimumabbrand: Humira(cf) Pen | 30 | — |
| Balsalazide Disodium | 23 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,378 across 39 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
- 2006-07-26
- Last updated
- 2020-01-02
- Certified
- 2020-01-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Tawfiq Alam's NPI number?
- Tawfiq Alam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629092689, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Tawfiq Alam's specialty?
- Tawfiq Alam is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Tawfiq Alam located?
- Tawfiq Alam's practice location on file with NPPES is 17521 St Lukes Way, The Woodlands, TX 77384-8035.
- What is Tawfiq Alam's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Tawfiq Alam is (936) 321-0000.
- Does Tawfiq Alam accept Medicare?
- Tawfiq Alam is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Tawfiq Alam's NPI active?
- Yes — Tawfiq Alam's NPI (1629092689) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-01-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.