Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Thomas Tanous, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Houston, TX
- NPI 1205030897
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 82.8 / 100 · 2023
- 22 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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11800 Fm 1960 RD W
Houston, TX 770653840
(281) 664-2107
fax (281) 955-5875
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 20, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2004 — 22 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #P6096
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1205030897. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
5,937
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$352,068
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J7329 |
Hyaluronan or derivative, trivisc, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg | 1,275 | 17 | $9 | |
J7322 |
Hyaluronan or derivative, hymovis, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg | 1,152 | 19 | $17 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 394 | 267 | $90 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 362 | 197 | $72 | |
73502 |
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views | 348 | 221 | $47 | |
73564 |
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views | 333 | 247 | $47 | |
J1040 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 80 mg | 308 | 174 | $12 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 303 | 239 | $129 | |
97110 |
Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility, each 15 minutes | 260 | 34 | $23 | |
97140 |
Therapy procedure using manual technique, each 15 minutes | 213 | 30 | $20 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 43 peers in Houston Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 147. This provider delivers 40× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$113,475
Transactions
123
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zimmer Biomet Holdings, INC. | 119 | $113,282.36 | |
| Ethicon US, LLC | 1 | $129.21 | |
| Bone Support INC. | 1 | $23.70 | |
| OMNIlife Science, INC | 1 | $20.86 | |
| Smith+Nephew, INC. | 1 | $18.40 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
736
Patients
471
Total drug cost
$7,827
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 189 | 113 | $4,021 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 138 | 68 | $601 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | Generic | 110 | 104 | $1,040 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 69 | 42 | $735 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 52 | 35 | $279 |
| Amoxicillin | Generic | 44 | 29 | $62 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 43 | 41 | $417 |
| Acetaminophen-Codeine (Acetaminophen With Codeine) | Brand | 26 | 16 | $245 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | Generic | 26 | 23 | $114 |
| Naproxen | Generic | 14 | 0 | $148 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Thomas Tanous's medical specialty?
Dr. Thomas Tanous practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Thomas Tanous practice?
Dr. Thomas Tanous practices at 11800 Fm 1960 RD W, Houston, TX 770653840. Office phone: 2816642107.
What is Dr. Thomas Tanous's NPI?
Dr. Thomas Tanous's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205030897, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Thomas Tanous accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Thomas Tanous accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Thomas Tanous commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Hyaluronan or derivative, trivisc, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg (HCPCS J7329); Hyaluronan or derivative, hymovis, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg (HCPCS J7322); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.