Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Maria Suarez-Almazor, M.D.
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · Houston, TX
- NPI 1952341810
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 79.4 / 100 · 2023
- 47 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1515 Holcombe Blvd.
Houston, TX 770304095
(713) 792-6161 - Mailing address
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Po Box 4439
Houston, TX 772104439
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 20, 2012
- Year of graduation
- 1979 — 47 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #M3399
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1952341810. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
88
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$8,367
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 54 | 47 | $99 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 23 | 21 | $67 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 11 | 11 | $136 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 35 peers in this city , average services per provider: 2,499. This provider delivers 0.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$130
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 1 | $130.13 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
104
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$254,361
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alendronate Sodium | Generic | 21 | 0 | $292 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 18 | 0 | $140 |
| Humira Pen (Adalimumab) | Brand | 17 | 0 | $116,761 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 13 | 0 | $403 |
| Enbrel Mini (Etanercept) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $83,063 |
| Forteo (Teriparatide) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $53,478 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 11 | 0 | $223 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Maria Suarez-Almazor's medical specialty?
Dr. Maria Suarez-Almazor practices Rheumatology Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Maria Suarez-Almazor practice?
Dr. Maria Suarez-Almazor practices at 1515 Holcombe Blvd., Houston, TX 770304095. Office phone: 7137926161.
What is Dr. Maria Suarez-Almazor's NPI?
Dr. Maria Suarez-Almazor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952341810, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Maria Suarez-Almazor accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Maria Suarez-Almazor accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Maria Suarez-Almazor 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 99213); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.