Joseph Galati, M.D.
NPI 1821069162 · Hepatology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Galati, M.D. is a Hepatology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1821069162).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1821069162
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hepatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- J8243 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,422 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 337 | $118 |
| Complete Ultrasound Scan of Abdomen76700 | 193 | $114 |
| Complete Ultrasound of Abdomen and Pelvis Artery and Vein Blood Flow93975 | 190 | $261 |
| Measurement of Liver Stiffness91200 | 163 | $30 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 117 | $172 |
| Critical Care, First 30-74 Minutes99291 | 116 | $213 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 39 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Rifaximinbrand: Xifaxan | 331 | 63 |
| Spironolactone | 272 | 99 |
| Furosemide | 262 | 106 |
| Lactulose | 251 | 113 |
| Ursodiol | 247 | 74 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 226 | 80 |
| Famotidine | 123 | 47 |
| Carvedilol | 83 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$39,779 across 112 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
- 2006-01-26
- Last updated
- 2025-12-17
- Certified
- 2025-12-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Galati's NPI number?
- Joseph Galati's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821069162, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Galati's specialty?
- Joseph Galati is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hepatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Galati located?
- Joseph Galati's practice location on file with NPPES is 1200 Binz St Ste 850, Houston, TX 77004-6933.
- What is Joseph Galati's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Galati is (713) 794-0700.
- Does Joseph Galati accept Medicare?
- Joseph Galati is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Galati's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Galati's NPI (1821069162) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-12-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.