Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Brick Alva, M.D.
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Houston, TX
- NPI 1720025380
- Accepts Medicare
- 29 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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11738 Fm 1960 RD W
Houston, TX 770653514
(713) 494-1805
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 28, 2011
- Year of graduation
- 1997 — 29 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #M3140
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1720025380. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
325
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$45,668
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 106 | 86 | $129 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 68 | 68 | $170 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 55 | 46 | $88 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 51 | 51 | $181 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 32 | 31 | $110 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 13 | 13 | $227 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 86 peers in this city , average services per provider: 77. This provider delivers 4.2× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$367
Transactions
11
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. | 3 | $214.93 | |
| Gilead Sciences, Inc. | 7 | $136.53 | |
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 1 | $15.96 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
330
Patients
184
Total drug cost
$103,194
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gavilyte-G (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kcl) | Brand | 91 | 88 | $1,320 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 63 | 34 | $592 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 31 | 19 | $442 |
| Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf (Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfates) | Brand | 29 | 29 | $2,195 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 22 | 0 | $338 |
| Lactulose | Generic | 16 | 0 | $197 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 15 | 0 | $217 |
| Peg-3350 And Electrolytes (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kcl) | Brand | 14 | 14 | $243 |
| Metoclopramide Hcl | Generic | 13 | 0 | $82 |
| Xifaxan (Rifaximin) | Brand | 13 | 0 | $43,087 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Brick Alva's medical specialty?
Dr. Brick Alva practices Gastroenterology Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Brick Alva practice?
Dr. Brick Alva practices at 11738 Fm 1960 RD W, Houston, TX 770653514. Office phone: 7134941805.
What is Dr. Brick Alva's NPI?
Dr. Brick Alva's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720025380, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Brick Alva accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Brick Alva accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Brick Alva commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.