Ruth Trochez-Gallego
NPI 1700510674 · Family Nurse Practitioner · Katy, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nurse Practitioner · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ruth Trochez-Gallego is a Family Nurse Practitioner provider in Katy, TX (NPI 1700510674).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1700510674
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Nurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
3 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
158 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 | 44 | $110 |
| 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 | 39 | $14 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 25 | $78 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 14 | $9 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 13 | $10 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 41 | 27 |
| Gabapentin | 38 | 20 |
| Methylprednisolone | 31 | 29 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 31 | 25 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 29 | 16 |
| Lisinopril | 28 | 18 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 27 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$450 across 14 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 (2)
- 8911 Highgate LnHouston, TX 77080-5025Phone: (832) 491-6906
- 1615 Hillendahl Blvd Ste 100Houston, TX 77055-3416Phone: (713) 462-6565
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2022-07-14
- Last updated
- 2023-03-30
- Certified
- 2023-03-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ruth Trochez-Gallego's NPI number?
- Ruth Trochez-Gallego's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1700510674, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ruth Trochez-Gallego's specialty?
- Ruth Trochez-Gallego is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Nurse Practitioner (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Ruth Trochez-Gallego located?
- Ruth Trochez-Gallego's practice location on file with NPPES is 19333 Clay Rd, Katy, TX 77449-4001.
- What is Ruth Trochez-Gallego's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ruth Trochez-Gallego is (713) 462-6565.
- Does Ruth Trochez-Gallego accept Medicare?
- Ruth Trochez-Gallego is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ruth Trochez-Gallego's NPI active?
- Yes — Ruth Trochez-Gallego's NPI (1700510674) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-03-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.