Kimberson Tanco, MD
NPI 1801162458 · Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hospice/Palliative Care · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kimberson Tanco, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1801162458).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1801162458
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Internal Medicine) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- P2379 (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 tenure28% of score
14 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
231 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 81 | $181 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 35 | $129 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 31 | $173 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 31 | $116 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 16 | $144 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 47 | 39 |
| Hydromorphone Hcl | 40 | 38 |
| Olanzapine | 40 | 27 |
| Fentanyl | 39 | 28 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 38 | 30 |
| Morphine Sulfatebrand: Morphine Sulfate Er | 27 | 23 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2012-03-28
- Last updated
- 2012-10-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kimberson Tanco's NPI number?
- Kimberson Tanco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1801162458, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kimberson Tanco's specialty?
- Kimberson Tanco is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kimberson Tanco located?
- Kimberson Tanco's practice location on file with NPPES is 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030-4009.
- What is Kimberson Tanco's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kimberson Tanco is (713) 792-6161.
- Does Kimberson Tanco accept Medicare?
- Kimberson Tanco is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kimberson Tanco's NPI active?
- Yes — Kimberson Tanco's NPI (1801162458) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-10-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.