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Dr. Yaw Frimpong-Badu, MD
Hospitalist Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Internal Medicine Physician · Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician · Shenandoah, TX
- NPI 1821005539
- Accepts Medicare
- 28 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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17201 I H 45 S
Shenandoah, TX 77385
(936) 270-2099 - Additional location
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2002 Holcombe Blvd
Houston, TX 770304211
(713) 791-1414
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 11, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 1998 — 28 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208M00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Texas #M9289 · New York #232973
- Medicaid
- TX #199657104
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1821005539. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
269
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$35,330
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 226 | 224 | $125 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 43 | 43 | $167 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 30 peers in Shenandoah Hospitalist Physician, average services per provider: 150. This provider delivers 1.8× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
46
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$446
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escitalopram Oxalate | Generic | 13 | 0 | $182 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 11 | 0 | $105 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 11 | 0 | $68 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 11 | 0 | $91 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Yaw Frimpong-Badu's medical specialty?
Dr. Yaw Frimpong-Badu practices Hospitalist Physician in Shenandoah, TX.
Where does Dr. Yaw Frimpong-Badu practice?
Dr. Yaw Frimpong-Badu practices at 17201 I H 45 S, Shenandoah, TX 77385. Office phone: 9362702099.
What is Dr. Yaw Frimpong-Badu's NPI?
Dr. Yaw Frimpong-Badu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821005539, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Yaw Frimpong-Badu accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Yaw Frimpong-Badu accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Yaw Frimpong-Badu commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making (HCPCS 99222); Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99223). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.