Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Michael Covinsky, M.D.

Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician (CMS: Pathology) · Clinical Pathology/Laboratory Medicine Physician · Pediatric Pathology Physician · Houston, TX

  • NPI 1609823681
  • Accepts Medicare
  • 29 yrs in practice
  • Male
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
5656 Kelley Street
Houston, TX 770261967
(713) 566-5261
fax (713) 566-5299
Mailing address
6431 Fannin Street, Msb 2.136
Houston, TX 770301501

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
Profile last updated
March 28, 2023
Year of graduation
1997 — 29 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
207ZP0102X — NUCC code
State license (1)
Texas #L9155
Medicaid
TX #159957301

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1609823681. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
59
Distinct HCPCS
1
Medicare allowed
$2,182
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
88305 Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 59 27 $37

In context: peer comparison

Among 115 peers in Houston Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician, average services per provider: 169. This provider delivers 0.3× the peer median.

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Michael Covinsky's medical specialty?
Dr. Michael Covinsky practices Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Michael Covinsky practice?
Dr. Michael Covinsky practices at 5656 Kelley Street, Houston, TX 770261967. Office phone: 7135665261.
What is Dr. Michael Covinsky's NPI?
Dr. Michael Covinsky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609823681, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Michael Covinsky accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Michael Covinsky accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Michael Covinsky commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity (HCPCS 88305). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.