Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Alda Tam, M.D.
Diagnostic Radiology Physician (CMS: Interventional Radiology) · Houston, TX
- NPI 1649283250
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 79.4 / 100 · 2023
- 26 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1515 Holcombe Blvd
Houston, TX 770304009
(713) 792-6161 - Mailing address
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Po Box 4439
Houston, TX 772104439
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 20, 2012
- Year of graduation
- 2000 — 26 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2085R0202X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #41396
- Medicaid
- TX #182779201
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1649283250. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
243
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$10,617
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99152 |
Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes | 72 | 68 | $13 | |
71045 |
X-ray of chest, 1 view | 57 | 27 | $9 | |
77012 |
Review by radiologist of ct guidance for needle placement | 46 | 44 | $71 | |
32408 |
Core needle biopsy of lung or center cavity of chest (mediastinum), accessed through skin | 22 | 22 | $149 | |
76942 |
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement | 20 | 20 | $31 | |
49180 |
Needle biopsy of growth of abdominal cavity | 15 | 14 | $79 | |
47000 |
Needle biopsy of liver through skin | 11 | 11 | $77 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 269 peers in Houston Diagnostic Radiology Physician, average services per provider: 111. This provider delivers 2.2× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$389
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 1 | $135.68 | |
| Ethicon US, LLC | 1 | $108.73 | |
| Cook Medical LLC | 1 | $75.35 | |
| Siemens Medical Solutions USA, INC. | 1 | $68.99 |
By nature of payment
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Alda Tam's medical specialty?
Dr. Alda Tam practices Diagnostic Radiology Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Alda Tam practice?
Dr. Alda Tam practices at 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 770304009. Office phone: 7137926161.
What is Dr. Alda Tam's NPI?
Dr. Alda Tam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649283250, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Alda Tam accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Alda Tam accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Alda Tam commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older) (HCPCS 99152); X-ray of chest, 1 view (HCPCS 71045); Review by radiologist of ct guidance for needle placement (HCPCS 77012). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.