Manuel Fernandez Palmer, M.D.
NPI 1407136310 · Nephrology Physician · Waco, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Manuel Fernandez Palmer, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Waco, TX (NPI 1407136310).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1407136310
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- Q4949 (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
14 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
1,271 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 267 | $88 |
| 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'SG2211 | 242 | $16 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 219 | $75 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 211 | $333 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 107 | $107 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 38 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Calcitriol | 176 | 53 |
| Doxazosin Mesylate | 170 | 58 |
| Carvedilol | 143 | 44 |
| Furosemide | 133 | 54 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 124 | 54 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 114 | 45 |
| Torsemide | 100 | 37 |
| Losartan Potassium | 99 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$270 across 6 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
- 2011-08-23
- Last updated
- 2016-06-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Manuel Fernandez Palmer's NPI number?
- Manuel Fernandez Palmer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1407136310, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Manuel Fernandez Palmer's specialty?
- Manuel Fernandez Palmer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Manuel Fernandez Palmer located?
- Manuel Fernandez Palmer's practice location on file with NPPES is 5940 Crosslake Pkwy, Waco, TX 76712-6986.
- What is Manuel Fernandez Palmer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Manuel Fernandez Palmer is (254) 666-2999.
- Does Manuel Fernandez Palmer accept Medicare?
- Manuel Fernandez Palmer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Manuel Fernandez Palmer's NPI active?
- Yes — Manuel Fernandez Palmer's NPI (1407136310) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-06-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.