Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph Galati, M.D.
Hepatology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Houston, TX
- NPI 1821069162
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 57.9 / 100 · 2023
- 39 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1200 Binz St Ste 850
Houston, TX 770046933
(713) 794-0700
fax (713) 794-0610
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 17, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1987 — 39 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RI0008X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #J8243
- Medicaid
- TX #136089309
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1821069162. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
4,018
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$618,642
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 843 | 445 | $128 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 797 | 284 | $179 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 746 | 116 | $121 | |
76700 |
Complete ultrasound scan of abdomen | 305 | 283 | $117 | |
93975 |
Complete ultrasound of abdomen and pelvis artery and vein blood flow | 299 | 279 | $267 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 256 | 41 | $217 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 170 | 108 | $175 | |
91200 |
Measurement of liver stiffness | 165 | 160 | $31 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 106 | 106 | $167 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 77 | 77 | $221 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Houston Hepatology Physician, average services per provider: 236. This provider delivers 17× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$39,779
Transactions
112
Manufacturers
11
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intercept Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 15 | $16,635.62 | |
| Gilead Sciences, INC. | 31 | $12,091.79 | |
| Madrigal Pharmaceuticals | 11 | $5,558.08 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, A Division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 23 | $4,840.77 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 16 | $257.95 | |
| Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, INC | 6 | $147.08 | |
| Orphalan INC | 4 | $114.82 | |
| Novo Nordisk INC | 3 | $61.87 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., INC. | 1 | $27.45 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 1 | $24.30 | |
| Fujifilm Healthcare Americas Corporation | 1 | $19.75 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,342
Patients
692
Total drug cost
$1,241,543
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spironolactone | Generic | 303 | 103 | $5,882 |
| Xifaxan (Rifaximin) | Brand | 302 | 55 | $1,039,665 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 296 | 108 | $1,864 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 277 | 89 | $3,787 |
| Lactulose | Generic | 250 | 103 | $14,480 |
| Ursodiol | Generic | 243 | 65 | $57,229 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 109 | 34 | $1,128 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 103 | 22 | $632 |
| Azathioprine | Generic | 93 | 23 | $6,686 |
| Tacrolimus | Generic | 70 | 18 | $9,115 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Galati's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Galati practices Hepatology Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Joseph Galati practice?
Dr. Joseph Galati practices at 1200 Binz St Ste 850, Houston, TX 770046933. Office phone: 7137940700.
What is Dr. Joseph Galati's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Galati's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821069162, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Galati accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Galati accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Galati commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.