Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Robert Leggington, MD
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Houston, TX
- NPI 1790704666
- Accepts Medicare
- 26 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
8876 Gulf Fwy Ste 215
Houston, TX 770176550
(713) 947-9509
fax (713) 947-0609
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 3, 2012
- Year of graduation
- 2000 — 26 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #L6493
- Medicaid
- TX #174342901
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1790704666. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,375
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$222,646
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 329 | 142 | $79 | |
90960 |
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 281 | 100 | $344 | |
90935 |
Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation | 226 | 86 | $71 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 147 | 124 | $130 | |
90961 |
Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 111 | 65 | $289 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 108 | 92 | $80 | |
99221 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes | 58 | 50 | $84 | |
90966 |
Home dialysis services per month (20 years or older) | 35 | 19 | $288 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 31 | 31 | $123 | |
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 25 | 21 | $48 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 76 peers in Houston Nephrology Physician, average services per provider: 140. This provider delivers 9.8× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$70
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, INC. | 1 | $25.49 | |
| Amgen INC. | 1 | $21.05 | |
| Fresenius USA Marketing, INC. | 1 | $15.31 | |
| Travere Therapeutics, INC. | 1 | $8.03 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,342
Patients
394
Total drug cost
$962,249
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sevelamer Carbonate | Generic | 235 | 94 | $91,653 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 186 | 58 | $1,608 |
| Farxiga (Dapagliflozin Propanediol) | Brand | 150 | 31 | $111,681 |
| Velphoro (Sucroferric Oxyhydroxide) | Brand | 134 | 31 | $469,012 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 111 | 42 | $866 |
| Allopurinol | Generic | 93 | 24 | $899 |
| Veltassa (Patiromer Calcium Sorbitex) | Brand | 74 | 18 | $74,248 |
| Lokelma (Sodium Zirconium Cyclosilicate) | Brand | 56 | 17 | $42,663 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 54 | 20 | $413 |
| Nifedipine ER (Nifedipine) | Brand | 52 | 20 | $1,995 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Robert Leggington's medical specialty?
Dr. Robert Leggington practices Nephrology Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Robert Leggington practice?
Dr. Robert Leggington practices at 8876 Gulf Fwy Ste 215, Houston, TX 770176550. Office phone: 7139479509.
What is Dr. Robert Leggington's NPI?
Dr. Robert Leggington's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1790704666, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Robert Leggington accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Robert Leggington accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Robert Leggington commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) (HCPCS 90960); Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation (HCPCS 90935). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.