Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Nelson Liou, M.D.
Otolaryngology Physician (CMS: Otolaryngology) · Otolaryngology Physician · Houston, TX
- NPI 1518298587
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 87.6 / 100 · 2023
- 18 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
6550 Fannin St, Ste 1727
Houston, TX 770302717
(713) 798-3241
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2010 — 16 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 20, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 2008 — 18 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Y00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Texas #Q0962 · Texas #BP10030817
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1518298587. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
348
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$80,761
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 109 | 76 | $127 | |
31575 |
Diagnostic exam of voice box using a flexible endoscope | 93 | 83 | $131 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 86 | 86 | $171 | |
22552 |
Fusion of upper spine bone with removal of disc and release of spinal cord or nerve, each additional disc | 33 | 19 | $269 | |
22551 |
Fusion of upper spine bone with removal of disc and release of spinal cord or nerve, 1 disc | 27 | 27 | $1,153 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 58 peers in Houston Otolaryngology Physician, average services per provider: 149. This provider delivers 2.3× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$9,082
Transactions
49
Manufacturers
11
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intuitive Surgical, INC. | 22 | $5,317.93 | |
| Inspire Medical Systems, INC. | 4 | $956.39 | |
| Aerin Medical INC. | 5 | $577.67 | |
| Axogen | 4 | $501.47 | |
| Stryker Corporation | 3 | $470.17 | |
| Acera Surgical, INC. | 2 | $373.65 | |
| DePuy Synthes Sales INC. | 2 | $273.72 | |
| Medtronic, INC. | 3 | $273.24 | |
| Orthofix Medical, INC. | 2 | $242.95 | |
| Checkpoint Surgical, INC | 1 | $48.27 | |
| Smith+Nephew, INC. | 1 | $46.72 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
254
Patients
105
Total drug cost
$10,527
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | Generic | 33 | 12 | $484 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 30 | 0 | $397 |
| Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride | Generic | 25 | 11 | $447 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 24 | 23 | $243 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 20 | 20 | $251 |
| Levofloxacin | Generic | 17 | 15 | $388 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 16 | 0 | $90 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | Generic | 15 | 0 | $486 |
| Azelastine Hcl | Generic | 13 | 0 | $653 |
| Dexlansoprazole Dr (Dexlansoprazole) | Brand | 13 | 0 | $5,978 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Nelson Liou's medical specialty?
Dr. Nelson Liou practices Otolaryngology Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Nelson Liou practice?
Dr. Nelson Liou practices at 6550 Fannin St, Houston, TX 770302717. Office phone: 7137983241.
What is Dr. Nelson Liou's NPI?
Dr. Nelson Liou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518298587, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Nelson Liou accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Nelson Liou accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Nelson Liou commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Diagnostic exam of voice box using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 31575); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.