Desmond Adamu, M.D.
NPI 1477996585 · Urology Physician · Mcallen, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Desmond Adamu, M.D. is a Urology Physician provider in Mcallen, TX (NPI 1477996585).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1477996585
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- R8519 (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
13 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
1,064 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 | 219 | $122 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 179 | $2 |
| Ultrasound Measurement of Bladder Capacity After Voiding51798 | 120 | $10 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 90 | $164 |
| Office Or Other Outpatient Visit for the Evaluation and Management of Established Patient That May Not Require Presence of Healthcare Professional99211 | 75 | $22 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 27 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Finasteride | 342 | 143 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 318 | 139 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 94 | 85 |
| Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Crystbrand: Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro | 93 | 53 |
| Vibegronbrand: Gemtesa | 91 | 33 |
| Gentamicin in Nacl, Iso-Osmbrand: Gentamicin Sulfate in Ns | 70 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$356 across 17 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
- 2013-04-09
- Last updated
- 2024-05-21
- Certified
- 2024-05-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Desmond Adamu's NPI number?
- Desmond Adamu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477996585, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Desmond Adamu's specialty?
- Desmond Adamu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Desmond Adamu located?
- Desmond Adamu's practice location on file with NPPES is 1200 E Savannah Ave Ste 18, Mcallen, TX 78503-1728.
- What is Desmond Adamu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Desmond Adamu is (956) 230-6696.
- Does Desmond Adamu accept Medicare?
- Desmond Adamu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Desmond Adamu's NPI active?
- Yes — Desmond Adamu's NPI (1477996585) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-05-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.