Michael Kent, MD
NPI 1871585364 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Sugar Land, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Kent, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Sugar Land, TX (NPI 1871585364).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1871585364
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- L4017 (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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,588 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 431 | $44 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 267 | $122 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 197 | $38 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 164 | $159 |
| Replacement of Knee Joint, Both Sides of Knee27447 | 144 | $1,213 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Celecoxib | 494 | 222 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 417 | 224 |
| Meloxicam | 188 | 66 |
| Gabapentin | 82 | 50 |
| Methylprednisolone | 75 | 73 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 31 | 23 |
| Acetaminophen With Codeinebrand: Acetaminophen-Codeine | 18 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$7,388 across 18 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 (1)
- 1517 Thompson RdRichmond, TX 77469-4932Phone: (281) 344-1715
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-08-19
- Last updated
- 2018-09-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Kent's NPI number?
- Michael Kent's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871585364, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Kent's specialty?
- Michael Kent is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Kent located?
- Michael Kent's practice location on file with NPPES is 16811 Southwest Fwy, Sugar Land, TX 77479.
- What is Michael Kent's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Kent is (281) 690-4678.
- Does Michael Kent accept Medicare?
- Michael Kent is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Kent's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Kent's NPI (1871585364) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-09-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.