Nicolas Cardenas, M.D.
NPI 1518490085 · Vascular & Interventional Radiology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nicolas Cardenas, M.D. is a Vascular & Interventional Radiology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1518490085).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518490085
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Vascular & Interventional Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- T7880 (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
9 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
799 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Chest, 1 View71045 | 221 | $8 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 75 | $12 |
| Ultrasonic Guidance for Needle Placement76942 | 59 | $30 |
| Review By Radiologist of Ct Guidance for Needle Placement77012 | 50 | $69 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 2 Views71046 | 45 | $10 |
| Fluoroscopic Guidance for Insertion Or Removal of Central Vein Access Device77001 | 24 | $18 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$552 across 9 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 6431 Fannin StSuite Msb 2.116Houston, TX 77030-1501Phone: (713) 500-7640Fax: (713) 500-7647
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2017-04-11
- Last updated
- 2024-07-18
- Certified
- 2024-07-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nicolas Cardenas's NPI number?
- Nicolas Cardenas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518490085, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nicolas Cardenas's specialty?
- Nicolas Cardenas is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Vascular & Interventional Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nicolas Cardenas located?
- Nicolas Cardenas's practice location on file with NPPES is 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030-4000.
- What is Nicolas Cardenas's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nicolas Cardenas is (713) 792-6161.
- Does Nicolas Cardenas accept Medicare?
- Nicolas Cardenas is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nicolas Cardenas's NPI active?
- Yes — Nicolas Cardenas's NPI (1518490085) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-07-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.