Thomas Van Dinter, M.D.
NPI 1518184365 · Gastroenterology Physician · Dallas, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Thomas Van Dinter, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Dallas, TX (NPI 1518184365).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518184365
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- M4612 (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
863 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 138 | $237 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 129 | $70 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 122 | $124 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 101 | $75 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 50 | $163 |
| Colorectal Cancer Screening; Colonoscopy on Individual at High Risk |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 280 | 278 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 187 | 76 |
| Famotidine | 132 | 42 |
| Omeprazole | 57 | 20 |
| Colesevelam Hcl | 55 | 21 |
| Mesalamine | 36 | — |
| Budesonidebrand: Budesonide Dr | 29 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$669 across 39 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
- 2007-04-20
- Last updated
- 2012-11-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thomas Van Dinter's NPI number?
- Thomas Van Dinter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518184365, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Thomas Van Dinter's specialty?
- Thomas Van Dinter is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Thomas Van Dinter located?
- Thomas Van Dinter's practice location on file with NPPES is 7777 Forest Ln, Dallas, TX 75230-2505.
- What is Thomas Van Dinter's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Thomas Van Dinter is (972) 758-4620.
- Does Thomas Van Dinter accept Medicare?
- Thomas Van Dinter is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Thomas Van Dinter's NPI active?
- Yes — Thomas Van Dinter's NPI (1518184365) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-11-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.