Ferdinand Plavidal, MD
NPI 1649244039 · Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Obstetrics/Gynecology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ferdinand Plavidal, MD is a Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1649244039).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649244039
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Obstetrics & Gynecology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- E0583 (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 tenure33% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness33% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint20% of score
1 documented practice location
- Open Payments transparency13% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 methodology.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Estradiol | 219 | 75 |
| Progesterone, Micronizedbrand: Progesterone | 26 | — |
| Estradiol/Norethindrone Acetbrand: Estradiol-Norethindrone Acetat | 23 | — |
| Raloxifene Hcl | 21 | — |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 18 | — |
| Estrogens, Conjugatedbrand: Premarin | 16 | — |
| Alprazolam | 13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$179 across 7 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
- 2006-02-14
- Last updated
- 2022-02-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ferdinand Plavidal's NPI number?
- Ferdinand Plavidal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649244039, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ferdinand Plavidal's specialty?
- Ferdinand Plavidal is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ferdinand Plavidal located?
- Ferdinand Plavidal's practice location on file with NPPES is 7580 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77054-1900.
- What is Ferdinand Plavidal's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ferdinand Plavidal is (713) 795-5450.
- Does Ferdinand Plavidal accept Medicare?
- Ferdinand Plavidal is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ferdinand Plavidal's NPI active?
- Yes — Ferdinand Plavidal's NPI (1649244039) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-02-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.