Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joy Kunishige, M.D.
Dermatology Physician (CMS: Dermatology) · Houston, TX
- NPI 1184779043
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 92.4 / 100 · 2023
- 23 yrs in practice
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
6655 Travis St, Suite 600
Houston, TX 770301312
(713) 500-8260 - Mailing address
-
2000 Bagby St, Unit 7404
Houston, TX 770028587
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 8, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 2003 — 23 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207N00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #L9299
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1184779043. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,603
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$282,297
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
88331 |
Pathology examination of specimen during surgery, first tissue block | 184 | 85 | $97 | |
17311 |
Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 1-5 tissue blocks | 140 | 115 | $540 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 129 | 112 | $86 | |
17003 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths | 122 | 34 | $6 | |
11103 |
Biopsy of related skin growth, each additional growth | 106 | 53 | $48 | |
11102 |
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth | 77 | 71 | $70 | |
17313 |
Removal and microscopic exam of growth of trunk, arms, or legs, 1-5 tissue blocks | 67 | 47 | $497 | |
17311 |
Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 1-5 tissue blocks | 66 | 55 | $292 | |
17315 |
Removal and microscopic exam of growth, each additional block after 5 tissue blocks | 61 | 17 | $75 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 61 | 53 | $122 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 44 peers in Houston Dermatology Physician, average services per provider: 163. This provider delivers 9.8× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$97
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pfizer INC. | 1 | $96.86 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
43
Patients
28
Total drug cost
$3,065
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluorouracil | Generic | 31 | 28 | $2,940 |
| Mupirocin | Generic | 12 | 0 | $125 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joy Kunishige's medical specialty?
Dr. Joy Kunishige practices Dermatology Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Joy Kunishige practice?
Dr. Joy Kunishige practices at 6655 Travis St, Houston, TX 770301312. Office phone: 7135008260.
What is Dr. Joy Kunishige's NPI?
Dr. Joy Kunishige's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1184779043, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joy Kunishige accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joy Kunishige accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joy Kunishige commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Pathology examination of specimen during surgery, first tissue block (HCPCS 88331); Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 1-5 tissue blocks (HCPCS 17311); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.