Amir Salam, M.D.
NPI 1346569316 · Medical Oncology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Medical Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Amir Salam, M.D. is a Medical Oncology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1346569316).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1346569316
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Medical Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- P6073 (TX)
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
16 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
742 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 212 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 110 | $125 |
| Office Or Other Outpatient Visit for the Evaluation and Management of Established Patient That May Not Require Presence of Healthcare Professional99211 | 77 | $23 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 67 | $89 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, 1 Hour Or Less96413 | 60 | $126 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'S |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Anastrozole | 56 | 24 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 51 | 22 |
| Famciclovir | 39 | 12 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 30 | — |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 25 | — |
| Dexamethasone | 23 | — |
| Apalutamidebrand: Erleada |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,462 across 66 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
- 2010-05-28
- Last updated
- 2024-08-01
- Certified
- 2024-08-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Amir Salam's NPI number?
- Amir Salam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1346569316, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Amir Salam's specialty?
- Amir Salam is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Medical Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Amir Salam located?
- Amir Salam's practice location on file with NPPES is 18100 Houston Methodist Dr., Medical Office Building 2, Houston, TX 77058-3631.
- What is Amir Salam's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Amir Salam is (832) 783-1190.
- Does Amir Salam accept Medicare?
- Amir Salam is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Amir Salam's NPI active?
- Yes — Amir Salam's NPI (1346569316) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-08-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.