Yvonne Kew, MD, PHD
NPI 1871673137 · Neurology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Yvonne Kew, MD, PHD is a Neurology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1871673137).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1871673137
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD, PHD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- L8759 (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
19 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
1,470 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Prolonged Hospital Inpatient Or Observation Care Evaluation and Management Service(s) Beyond the Total Time for the Primary Service (when the Primary Service Has Been Selected Using Time on the Date of the Primary Service); Each Additional 15 Minutes By ThG0316 | 918 | $30 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 252 | $118 |
| Prolonged Office Or Other Outpatient Evaluation and Management Service(s) Beyond the Maximum Required Time of the Primary Procedure Which Has Been Selected Using Total Time on the Date of the Primary Service; Each Additional 15 Minutes By the Physician OrG2212 | 143 | $33 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 136 | $181 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 21 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 29 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Memantine Hcl | 98 | 20 |
| Aripiprazole | 82 | 12 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 50 | 13 |
| Donepezil Hcl | 48 | 13 |
| Gabapentin | 46 | 13 |
| Sertraline Hcl | 45 | — |
| Levetiracetam | 37 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$76 across 2 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)
- 6624 Fannin St Ste 1740Houston, TX 77030-2330Phone: (713) 534-1300Fax: (713) 534-1984
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-10-17
- Last updated
- 2025-05-02
- Certified
- 2025-05-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Yvonne Kew's NPI number?
- Yvonne Kew's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871673137, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Yvonne Kew's specialty?
- Yvonne Kew is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Yvonne Kew located?
- Yvonne Kew's practice location on file with NPPES is 2646 S Loop W Ste 440, Houston, TX 77054-5616.
- What is Yvonne Kew's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Yvonne Kew is (713) 534-1300.
- Does Yvonne Kew accept Medicare?
- Yvonne Kew is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Yvonne Kew's NPI active?
- Yes — Yvonne Kew's NPI (1871673137) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-05-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.