Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Stephen Fadem, MD
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Houston, TX
- NPI 1144224163
- Accepts Medicare
- 53 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
6560 Fannin St Ste 1730
Houston, TX 770302735
(713) 795-5511
fax (713) 795-4627 - Additional location
-
1900 North Loop W Ste 220
Houston, TX 770188100 - Mailing address
-
Po Box 300970
Houston, TX 772300970
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 16, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 1973 — 53 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #E3262
- Medicaid
- TX #127862401
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1144224163. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
831
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$145,122
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
90960 |
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 311 | 47 | $352 | |
99458 |
Management using the results of remote vital sign monitoring per calendar month, each additional 20 minutes | 165 | 13 | $40 | |
99457 |
Management using the results of remote vital sign monitoring per calendar month, first 20 minutes | 99 | 15 | $45 | |
99454 |
Remote monitoring of physiologic parameters, initial supply of devices with daily recordings or programmed alerts transmission, each 30 days | 94 | 13 | $50 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 73 | 35 | $99 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 42 | 26 | $61 | |
90961 |
Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 34 | 24 | $293 | |
99453 |
Remote monitoring of physiologic parameters, initial set-up and patient education on use of equipment | 13 | 13 | $19 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 76 peers in Houston Nephrology Physician, average services per provider: 140. This provider delivers 5.9× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$2,383
Transactions
13
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Csl Behring | 6 | $2,016.21 | |
| Amgen INC. | 2 | $132.09 | |
| Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, INC. | 1 | $111.54 | |
| Ardelyx, INC. | 1 | $78.16 | |
| Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, INC. | 1 | $27.50 | |
| Travere Therapeutics, INC. | 2 | $17.49 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
565
Patients
143
Total drug cost
$108,509
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sevelamer Carbonate | Generic | 77 | 30 | $33,266 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 65 | 24 | $347 |
| Valsartan | Generic | 55 | 18 | $2,210 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 54 | 20 | $631 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 48 | 16 | $443 |
| Farxiga (Dapagliflozin Propanediol) | Brand | 46 | 11 | $45,099 |
| Clonidine Hcl | Generic | 36 | 11 | $288 |
| Nifedipine ER (Nifedipine) | Brand | 31 | 13 | $1,471 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 27 | 0 | $234 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 25 | 0 | $265 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Stephen Fadem's medical specialty?
Dr. Stephen Fadem practices Nephrology Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Stephen Fadem practice?
Dr. Stephen Fadem practices at 6560 Fannin St Ste 1730, Houston, TX 770302735. Office phone: 7137955511.
What is Dr. Stephen Fadem's NPI?
Dr. Stephen Fadem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1144224163, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Stephen Fadem accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Stephen Fadem accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Stephen Fadem commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) (HCPCS 90960); Management using the results of remote vital sign monitoring per calendar month (HCPCS 99458); Management using the results of remote vital sign monitoring per calendar month (HCPCS 99457). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.