Patrick Paullus, MD
NPI 1235558487 · Neurological Surgery Physician · Amarillo, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurosurgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Patrick Paullus, MD is a Neurological Surgery Physician provider in Amarillo, TX (NPI 1235558487).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1235558487
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurological Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- E-13826 (AR)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
12 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
748 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) |
|---|---|---|
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 118 | $157 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, Minimum of 4 Views72110 | 108 | $47 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 98 | $85 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 76 | $119 |
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62323 | 52 | $224 |
| X-Ray of Upper Spine, 4-5 Views72050 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 149 | 54 |
| Methocarbamol | 47 | 26 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 41 | 15 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 35 | 27 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 35 | 23 |
| Acetaminophen With Codeinebrand: Acetaminophen-Codeine | 26 | — |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 25 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,087 across 14 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1901 Medi Park Dr Ste 2Amarillo, TX 79106-2105Phone: (806) 350-7918Fax: (806) 418-8982
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2014-04-15
- Last updated
- 2025-11-11
- Certified
- 2025-11-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Patrick Paullus's NPI number?
- Patrick Paullus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235558487, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Patrick Paullus's specialty?
- Patrick Paullus is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurological Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Patrick Paullus located?
- Patrick Paullus's practice location on file with NPPES is 705 Quail Creek Dr, Amarillo, TX 79124-1608.
- What is Patrick Paullus's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Patrick Paullus is (806) 353-6400.
- Does Patrick Paullus accept Medicare?
- Patrick Paullus is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Patrick Paullus's NPI active?
- Yes — Patrick Paullus's NPI (1235558487) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-11-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.