Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Irvin Tantuco, MD
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Sleep Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician · Houston, TX
- NPI 1508025412
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 76.7 / 100 · 2023
- 28 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1213 Hermann Dr Ste 610
Houston, TX 770047012
(713) 524-3900
fax (713) 527-8356
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 12, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 1998 — 28 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Texas #N0497 · Pennsylvania #ABIM282060
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1508025412. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,859
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$197,086
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 502 | 104 | $118 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 433 | 205 | $77 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 359 | 65 | $78 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 203 | 147 | $174 | |
99239 |
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes | 152 | 113 | $114 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 87 | 59 | $122 | |
99238 |
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less | 36 | 34 | $82 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 21 | 21 | $163 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 21 | 12 | $172 | |
G0179 |
Physician or allowed practitioner re-certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians a | 19 | 12 | $42 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 393 peers in this city , average services per provider: 127. This provider delivers 15× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$645
Transactions
33
Manufacturers
8
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| HARMONY BIOSCIENCES LLC | 13 | $217.87 | |
| Avadel CNS Pharmaceuticals, LLC | 5 | $99.55 | |
| JAZZ PHARMACEUTICALS INC. | 3 | $78.61 | |
| Inspire Medical Systems, Inc. | 3 | $77.40 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 4 | $62.86 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 2 | $49.00 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 2 | $36.32 | |
| Harmony Biosciences Llc | 1 | $23.39 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
844
Patients
274
Total drug cost
$108,215
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 104 | 37 | $2,205 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 87 | 26 | $1,220 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 77 | 26 | $795 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 60 | 18 | $612 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 60 | 25 | $328 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 53 | 20 | $1,248 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 51 | 17 | $814 |
| Sertraline Hcl | Generic | 51 | 0 | $631 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 47 | 31 | $871 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 45 | 16 | $547 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Irvin Tantuco's medical specialty?
Dr. Irvin Tantuco practices Internal Medicine Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Irvin Tantuco practice?
Dr. Irvin Tantuco practices at 1213 Hermann Dr Ste 610, Houston, TX 770047012. Office phone: 7135243900.
What is Dr. Irvin Tantuco's NPI?
Dr. Irvin Tantuco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508025412, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Irvin Tantuco accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Irvin Tantuco accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Irvin Tantuco commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.