Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Samer Tawakkol, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Houston, TX
- NPI 1518937358
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 82.4 / 100 · 2023
- 37 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 4 locations .
- Primary practice
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12121 Richmond Ave, Suite#408
Houston, TX 770822432
(281) 293-8307
fax (281) 293-9984 - Additional location
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2014 S Wheeler St Ste 170
Jasper, TX 759515627
(409) 384-1882 - Additional location
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6025 Metropolitan Dr
Beaumont, TX 777062407
(409) 617-7700 - Additional location
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6901 Medical Center Dr Ste 220
Orange, TX 776301411
(409) 883-3201 - Mailing address
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12121 Richmond Ave Ste 408
Houston, TX 770822439
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Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 14, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1989 — 37 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #L1762
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1518937358. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
615
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$101,262
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 128 | 102 | $65 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 123 | 64 | $44 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 113 | 85 | $96 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 100 | 74 | $35 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 59 | 59 | $131 | |
27447 |
Replacement of knee joint, both sides of knee | 49 | 44 | $1,263 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 43 | 43 | $81 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 43 peers in Houston Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 147. This provider delivers 4.2× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$14
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smith+Nephew, INC. | 1 | $13.91 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,995
Patients
931
Total drug cost
$149,058
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Celecoxib | Generic | 606 | 224 | $50,326 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 305 | 154 | $3,340 |
| Ibandronate Sodium | Generic | 262 | 91 | $20,683 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 177 | 79 | $4,968 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 158 | 146 | $60,269 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 123 | 38 | $2,719 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 70 | 35 | $2,658 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 69 | 40 | $720 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 60 | 49 | $700 |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | Generic | 51 | 18 | $1,255 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Samer Tawakkol's medical specialty?
Dr. Samer Tawakkol practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Samer Tawakkol practice?
Dr. Samer Tawakkol practices at 12121 Richmond Ave, Houston, TX 770822432. Office phone: 2812938307.
What is Dr. Samer Tawakkol's NPI?
Dr. Samer Tawakkol's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518937358, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Samer Tawakkol accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Samer Tawakkol accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Samer Tawakkol commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint (HCPCS 20610); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.