Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Nelson Lopez, PA-C
Physician Assistant · Surgical Physician Assistant · Houston, TX
- NPI 1659467108
- Accepts Medicare
- 33 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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18400 Katy Fwy Ste 200
Houston, TX 77094
(713) 441-9000 - Additional location
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22136 Westheimer Pkwy, #758
Katy, TX 774508296
(713) 854-6467
fax (281) 398-5059
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 4, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 1993 — 33 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363A00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #PA00915
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1659467108. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,063
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$67,129
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 187 | 126 | $78 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 178 | 153 | $110 | |
73630 |
X-ray of foot, minimum of 3 views | 163 | 113 | $30 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 113 | 113 | $143 | |
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 96 | 21 | $1 | |
73610 |
X-ray of ankle, minimum of 3 views | 89 | 75 | $32 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 64 | 48 | $62 | |
J1030 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 53 | 39 | $8 | |
73564 |
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views | 47 | 34 | $41 | |
73030 |
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views | 28 | 27 | $30 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 320 peers in Houston Physician Assistant, average services per provider: 72. This provider delivers 15× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$210
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zimmer Biomet Holdings, INC. | 1 | $138.71 | |
| Pacira Pharmaceuticals Incorporated | 2 | $47.44 | |
| Amgen INC. | 1 | $23.59 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
61
Patients
52
Total drug cost
$434
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 41 | 39 | $383 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 20 | 13 | $51 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Nelson Lopez's medical specialty?
Dr. Nelson Lopez practices Physician Assistant in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Nelson Lopez practice?
Dr. Nelson Lopez practices at 18400 Katy Fwy Ste 200, Houston, TX 77094. Office phone: 7134419000.
What is Dr. Nelson Lopez's NPI?
Dr. Nelson Lopez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659467108, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Nelson Lopez accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Nelson Lopez accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Nelson Lopez commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); X-ray of foot, minimum of 3 views (HCPCS 73630). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.