Elsa Canales, M.D.
NPI 1477618429 · Gastroenterology Physician · Laredo, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Elsa Canales, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Laredo, TX (NPI 1477618429).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1477618429
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- L8636 (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
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
3,061 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 701 | $32 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 505 | $87 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 275 | $76 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Identify Organisms Including Interpretation and Report88312 | 273 | $80 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 251 | $121 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue Including Interpretation and Report88313 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 28 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 230 | 110 |
| Sodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/Pegbrand: Peg 3350-Electrolyte | 158 | 156 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 154 | 150 |
| Famotidine | 130 | 60 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 111 | 44 |
| Omeprazole | 81 | 33 |
| Sucralfate | 34 | 21 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$867 across 41 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
- 2006-12-27
- Last updated
- 2025-03-20
- Certified
- 2025-03-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Elsa Canales's NPI number?
- Elsa Canales's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477618429, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Elsa Canales's specialty?
- Elsa Canales is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Elsa Canales located?
- Elsa Canales's practice location on file with NPPES is 6999 Mcpherson Rd, Laredo, TX 78041-6449.
- What is Elsa Canales's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Elsa Canales is (956) 795-4776.
- Does Elsa Canales accept Medicare?
- Elsa Canales is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Elsa Canales's NPI active?
- Yes — Elsa Canales's NPI (1477618429) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-03-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.