Houtan Taba, M.D.
NPI 1699110874 · Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Houtan Taba, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1699110874).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1699110874
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- S3755 (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
13 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
4 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
875 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 | 229 | $123 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 111 | $89 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 98 | $63 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, Minimum of 4 Views72110 | 88 | $49 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 56 | $160 |
| Partial Removal of Spine Bone With Release of Spinal Cord And/Or Nerves, Each Additional Segment |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 253 | 56 |
| Gabapentin | 184 | 73 |
| Methocarbamol | 183 | 67 |
| Acetaminophen With Codeinebrand: Acetaminophen-Codeine | 102 | 56 |
| Methylprednisolone | 67 | 61 |
| Celecoxib | 53 | 24 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,458 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
Additional practice locations (3)
- 2635 W Baker RdBaytown, TX 77521-2206Phone: (281) 837-8550
- 7718 Garth RoadBaytown, TX 77521Phone: (713) 347-9031
- 10223 Broadway St Ste aPearland, TX 77584-7881Phone: (713) 436-3488
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2013-05-01
- Last updated
- 2025-04-22
- Certified
- 2025-04-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Houtan Taba's NPI number?
- Houtan Taba's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1699110874, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Houtan Taba's specialty?
- Houtan Taba is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Houtan Taba located?
- Houtan Taba's practice location on file with NPPES is 7401 Main St, Houston, TX 77030-4509.
- What is Houtan Taba's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Houtan Taba is (713) 799-2300.
- Does Houtan Taba accept Medicare?
- Houtan Taba is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Houtan Taba's NPI active?
- Yes — Houtan Taba's NPI (1699110874) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-04-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.