Putao Cen, MD
NPI 1891947735 · Medical Oncology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Medical Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Putao Cen, MD is a Medical Oncology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1891947735).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1891947735
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Medical Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- M7094 (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
17 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
313 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 181 | $145 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 59 | $17 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 22 | $173 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 19 | $183 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 18 | $119 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Abiraterone Acetate | 165 | 26 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 98 | 52 |
| Prednisone | 93 | 29 |
| Lenvatinib Mesylatebrand: Lenvima | 61 | 11 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 39 | 16 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 35 | — |
| Trifluridine/Tipiracil Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$127,200 across 129 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
- 2008-10-22
- Last updated
- 2023-11-14
- Certified
- 2023-11-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Putao Cen's NPI number?
- Putao Cen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1891947735, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Putao Cen's specialty?
- Putao Cen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Medical Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Putao Cen located?
- Putao Cen's practice location on file with NPPES is 6400 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77030.
- What is Putao Cen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Putao Cen is (713) 704-3961.
- Does Putao Cen accept Medicare?
- Putao Cen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Putao Cen's NPI active?
- Yes — Putao Cen's NPI (1891947735) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-11-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.