Quick answers
- Does Paula M. Hertel accept Medicare assignment?
- Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Paula M. Hertel 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.
- What is Paula M. Hertel's NPI number?
- 1760421184. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.
Practice locations
Addresses where Paula M. Hertel is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- 6651 Main StHouston, TX 77030 (832) 826‑3000
- 8611 N Mopac ExpyAustin, TX 78759 (832) 824‑1000
Group practices
Medicare enrollment lists Paula M. Hertel as a member of this group (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- Texas Childrens Physician Group671 clinicians in the group
Specialties
- Pediatric Medicineprimary
- Gastroenterologyalso
Other pediatricians in Houston
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Houston, TX — not a recommendation.
Other clinicians in Texas Childrens Physician Group
Medicare enrollment lists these clinicians in the same group practice — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| Credential | MD |
|---|---|
| Medical school | University Of Minnesota Medical School |
| Graduation year | 1998 (28 years since medical school) |
| Gender (as listed) | Female |
| Medicare assignment | Accepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment) |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1760421184 |
| 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
- National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated October 2, 2026, retrieved October 29, 2026
- 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