Amado Zurita-Saavedra, M.D.
NPI 1023168168 · Medical Oncology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Medical Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Amado Zurita-Saavedra, M.D. is a Medical Oncology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1023168168).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1023168168
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Medical Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- N7768 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
475 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 276 | $144 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 81 | $97 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 55 | $182 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 23 | $172 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 15 | $182 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 167 | 43 |
| Abiraterone Acetate | 166 | 33 |
| Relugolixbrand: Orgovyx | 131 | 21 |
| Enzalutamidebrand: Xtandi | 107 | 18 |
| Darolutamidebrand: Nubeqa | 105 | 20 |
| Cabozantinib S-Malatebrand: Cabometyx | 28 | — |
| Bicalutamide | 27 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$4,709 across 16 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-01-11
- Last updated
- 2012-07-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Amado Zurita-Saavedra's NPI number?
- Amado Zurita-Saavedra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1023168168, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Amado Zurita-Saavedra's specialty?
- Amado Zurita-Saavedra is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Medical Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Amado Zurita-Saavedra located?
- Amado Zurita-Saavedra's practice location on file with NPPES is 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030-4009.
- What is Amado Zurita-Saavedra's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Amado Zurita-Saavedra is (713) 792-6161.
- Does Amado Zurita-Saavedra accept Medicare?
- Amado Zurita-Saavedra is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Amado Zurita-Saavedra's NPI active?
- Yes — Amado Zurita-Saavedra's NPI (1023168168) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-07-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.