Elsa Sotelo-Rafiq, M.D.
NPI 1740424142 · Anatomic Pathology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pathology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Elsa Sotelo-Rafiq, M.D. is a Anatomic Pathology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1740424142).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740424142
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anatomic Pathology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- N/A (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
17 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
448 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 163 | $35 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Each Additional Procedure88341 | 98 | $26 |
| Cell Examination of Specimen, Selective Cellular Enhancement Technique88112 | 41 | $26 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Moderately High Complexity88307 | 35 | $76 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Limited Examination88300 | 27 | $4 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Moderately Low Complexity88304 | 27 | $11 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-04-29
- Last updated
- 2009-04-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Elsa Sotelo-Rafiq's NPI number?
- Elsa Sotelo-Rafiq's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740424142, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Elsa Sotelo-Rafiq's specialty?
- Elsa Sotelo-Rafiq is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anatomic Pathology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Elsa Sotelo-Rafiq located?
- Elsa Sotelo-Rafiq's practice location on file with NPPES is 6565 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77030-2703.
- What is Elsa Sotelo-Rafiq's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Elsa Sotelo-Rafiq is (713) 441-3490.
- Does Elsa Sotelo-Rafiq accept Medicare?
- Elsa Sotelo-Rafiq is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Elsa Sotelo-Rafiq's NPI active?
- Yes — Elsa Sotelo-Rafiq's NPI (1740424142) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2009-04-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.