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Active NPI 1205455581 Individual Practitioner Male Practitioner

Dr. Chia Arif , MD

Internal Medicine • Houston, TX

✓ Accepts Medicare Assignment
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Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary

Dr. Chia Arif, MD is a registered Internal Medicine practitioner in Houston, TX. With approximately 27 years of clinical practice since completing medical education in 1999, Dr. Arif provides healthcare services at the registered practice location at 6363 SAN FELIPE ST STE 150.

Dr. Arif is affiliated with Metro Health Inc and accepts Medicare assignment.

Practice Location & Contact Primary Location

Practice Address

6363 San Felipe St Ste 150

Houston, TX 770572704

Telephone 7137982500
Associated Practice Facility / Clinic
🏢 Baylor College Of Medicine Facility NPI 1093280463

Medicare Profile & Education

Medical School

Other

Graduation Year

1999

Medicare Assignment

✓ Accepts Assignment

Telehealth Flag

In-Person Only

Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights

Comparative analytics for Internal Medicine in Houston, TX

Senior Veteran Specialist (>20 Yrs)
Practitioner Clinical Experience
27 Yrs +5.8 yrs vs City Avg
City Avg: 21.2 Yrs
State Avg: 26.2 Yrs
Regional Practice Density
1569 Specialists

Practicing in Houston, TX (9538 Statewide)

Telehealth Adoption Rate
20.7% Regional Adoption

In-Person Office Visits Only

Medicare Pricing Discount
67.4% Avg Savings

Under CMS Medicare Fee Schedule vs Standard Submitted Charges

Clinical Seniority & Experience Comparison

Dr. Arif (27 Years) 27 Yrs
Houston Specialty Average (21.2 Years) 21.2 Yrs

Medical Specialties & State Licenses

CMS Verified: 2026-04-06
Internal Medicine Primary Specialty

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207R00000X

State License TX W4413

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

Internal Medicine

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207R00000X

State License FL ME165691

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

General Practice

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 208D00000X

State License TX W4413

A physician who specializes in the general practice of diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a variety of illnesses and conditions.

Hospital & Practice Group Affiliations

Metro Health Inc

10025 E Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 328174329

Phone: 4073824218

Practice Associates & Co-Workers

Healthcare professionals and specialists practicing at this location or sharing practice phone/fax

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Career & Practice History Timeline

Chronological log of verified NPI updates, location relocations, credentials, and registry changes

14 Historical Events
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Updated Practice Location April 06, 2026

Registered at 6363 SAN FELIPE ST STE 150, HOUSTON, TX 770572704 (Tel: 7137982500)

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Updated Business Mailing Address April 06, 2026

Registered at 7200 CAMBRIDGE ST STE 8B, HOUSTON, TX 770304202 (Tel: 7137985398)

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) April 06, 2026

Internal Medicine (License #ME165691 in FL)

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Updated Business Mailing Address April 26, 2024

Registered at 10025 E COLONIAL DR, ORLANDO, FL 328174329 (Tel: 4073824218)

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) April 26, 2024

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

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Updated Practice Location February 01, 2024

Registered at 10025 E COLONIAL DR, ORLANDO, FL 328174329 (Tel: 7138762442)

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) February 01, 2024

Internal Medicine (License #ME165691 in FL)

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Updated Practice Location November 26, 2023

Registered at 325 CLYDE MORRIS BLVD STE 340, ORMOND BEACH, FL 321743199 (Tel: 7138762442)

NPI Profile Active April 15, 2020

NPI status registered as active in NPPES database

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Updated Practice Location April 15, 2020

Registered at 1201 LANGHORNE NEWTOWN RD, LANGHORNE, PA 190471201 (Tel: 7138762442)

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Updated Business Mailing Address April 15, 2020

Registered at 1201 LANGHORNE NEWTOWN RD, LANGHORNE, PA 190471201

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Provider Name / Credentials Updated April 15, 2020

Recorded as CHIA ARIF, M.D.

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) April 15, 2020

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

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Initial NPI Registration & Enumeration April 15, 2020

First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.

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NPI Administrative Meta

NPI Number: 1205455581
Entity Type:
Individual Provider Physician, Nurse Practitioner, or Solo Healthcare Professional (Type 1 NPI)
Enumeration Date: April 15, 2020
Last Update: April 06, 2026
Sole Proprietor: Yes

Mailing Address

7200 Cambridge St Ste 8b

Houston, TX 770304202

Phone: 7137985398

Public Domain Record This profile contains public domain information published by CMS and NPPES under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).
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