Quick answers
- Does Randolph P. Whitford accept Medicare assignment?
- Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Randolph P. Whitford accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of October 2, 2026. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
- How many Medicare patients does Randolph P. Whitford see?
- In 2024, CMS data shows 353 Original Medicare patients and 1,182 services for Randolph P. Whitford. This counts Original Medicare only and measures volume, not quality.
- What is Randolph P. Whitford's NPI number?
- 1144220104. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.
Medicare activity in 2024
Official CMS public-use data for Randolph P. Whitford, data year 2024 (released May 21, 2026). It covers Original Medicare (fee-for-service) patients only, not Medicare Advantage or other insurance. It shows volume, not quality or outcomes. CMS hides any count of 10 or fewer patients.
| Original Medicare patients | 353 |
|---|---|
| Services billed to Medicare | 1,182 |
| Different services or procedures | 19 |
| Participating Medicare provider | Yes |
| Average age of these patients | 76 |
Most frequent services
- Established patient problem focused exam of visual system (92012)357 services
- Established patient complete exam of visual system (92014)295 services
- Imaging of optic nerve (92133)108 services
- Exam of visual field with extended testing (92083)100 services
- Ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness (76514)95 services
Chronic conditions among these patients
Share of this clinician’s Original Medicare patients with each condition, as published by CMS (it describes the patients, not the care given).
- High blood pressure75%
- High cholesterol75%
- Arthritis50%
- Diabetes34%
- Ischemic heart disease34%
- Chronic kidney disease28%
Hospitals where Randolph P. Whitford works
Medicare's Facility Affiliation Data lists Randolph P. Whitford at these hospitals (updated October 2, 2026). Each hospital page shows its address, phone, emergency services, Medicare rating and all its clinicians. Star rating and emergency services: Hospital General Information (CMS), data updated October 26, 2026.
- Memorial Hermann Katy HospitalKaty, TX · Acute Care Hospital · Medicare rating: 3 of 5 stars · CCN 450847
Practice locations
Addresses where Randolph P. Whitford is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- 18300 Katy Fwy, Suite 415Houston, TX 77094 (281) 829‑3937
- 21318 Provincial BlvdKaty, TX 77450 (281) 398‑0747
- 2879 Hwy 36 SSealy, TX 77474 (979) 885‑0665
Group practices
Medicare enrollment lists Randolph P. Whitford as a member of this group (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- Columbus Eye Associates8 clinicians in the group
Specialties
- Ophthalmologyprimary
Other ophthalmologists in Houston
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Houston, TX — not a recommendation.
Other clinicians in Columbus Eye Associates
Medicare enrollment lists these clinicians in the same group practice — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| Credential | MD |
|---|---|
| Medical school | Baylor College Of Medicine |
| Graduation year | 1983 (43 years since medical school) |
| Gender (as listed) | Male |
| Medicare assignment | Accepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment) |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1144220104 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
Most corrections must be made at the source: clinicians update their NPI Registry record (NPPES) and their Medicare enrollment (PECOS); this page follows the next data release.
Sources
- Facility Affiliation Data — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated October 2, 2026, retrieved October 29, 2026
- Hospital General Information — CMS, data updated October 26, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026
- National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated October 2, 2026, retrieved October 29, 2026
- Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners - by Provider — CMS, data year 2024, released May 21, 2026; Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners - by Provider and Service
- NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians