Miguel Hernandez, MD
NPI 1174598635 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Dallas, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Miguel Hernandez, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Dallas, TX (NPI 1174598635).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1174598635
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- J4205 (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
20 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
291 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 77 | $77 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 76 | $126 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 60 | $40 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 38 | $165 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 14 | $34 |
| Replacement of Knee Joint, Both Sides of Knee27447 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 207 | 75 |
| Ergocalciferol (vitamin D2)brand: Vitamin D2 | 83 | 44 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 37 | 21 |
| Ertapenem Sodiumbrand: Ertapenem | 29 | — |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 29 | 26 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 28 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,753 across 18 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
- 2006-02-20
- Last updated
- 2021-10-18
- Certified
- 2021-10-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Miguel Hernandez's NPI number?
- Miguel Hernandez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174598635, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Miguel Hernandez's specialty?
- Miguel Hernandez is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Miguel Hernandez located?
- Miguel Hernandez's practice location on file with NPPES is 810 N Zang Blvd, Dallas, TX 75208-4263.
- What is Miguel Hernandez's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Miguel Hernandez is (214) 941-4243.
- Does Miguel Hernandez accept Medicare?
- Miguel Hernandez is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Miguel Hernandez's NPI active?
- Yes — Miguel Hernandez's NPI (1174598635) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-10-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.