Francis Saldanha, M.D.
NPI 1265584288 · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Charleston, WV
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Francis Saldanha, M.D. is a Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician provider in Charleston, WV (NPI 1265584288).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1265584288
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 12738 (WV)
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
1,002 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62323 | 184 | $86 |
| Injection of Lower Or Sacral Spine Facet Joint Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64493 | 112 | $110 |
| Injection of Lower Or Sacral Spine Facet Joint Using Imaging Guidance, Second Level64494 | 111 | $63 |
| Destruction of Lower Or Sacral Spinal Facet Joint Nerves Using Imaging Guidance, Single Facet Joint64635 | 83 | $234 |
| Destruction of Lower Or Sacral Spinal Facet Joint Nerves Using Imaging Guidance, Each Additional Facet Joint64636 | 82 | $73 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 210 | 36 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 82 | 11 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 80 | — |
| Fentanyl | 55 | — |
| Gabapentin | 53 | — |
| Clonazepam | 26 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,070 across 35 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
- 2007-01-18
- Last updated
- 2024-04-11
- Certified
- 2024-04-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Francis Saldanha's NPI number?
- Francis Saldanha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265584288, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Francis Saldanha's specialty?
- Francis Saldanha is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Francis Saldanha located?
- Francis Saldanha's practice location on file with NPPES is 2335 Chesterfield Ave Ste 302, Charleston, WV 25304-1066.
- What is Francis Saldanha's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Francis Saldanha is (304) 925-3535.
- Does Francis Saldanha accept Medicare?
- Francis Saldanha is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Francis Saldanha's NPI active?
- Yes — Francis Saldanha's NPI (1265584288) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-04-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.