Paul Salinas, M.D.
NPI 1528262110 · Neurological Surgery Physician · Frisco, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurosurgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Paul Salinas, M.D. is a Neurological Surgery Physician provider in Frisco, TX (NPI 1528262110).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1528262110
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurological Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- L6615 (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
587 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 | 124 | $114 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 121 | $157 |
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Arm Or Leg Muscles, Complete Study95886 | 84 | $84 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 43 | $196 |
| Insertion of Cage Or Mesh Device to Spine Bone and Disc Space During Spine Fusion22853 | 40 | $226 |
| Nerve Conduction, 13 Or More Studies |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 138 | 82 |
| Gabapentin | 123 | 65 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 118 | 93 |
| Promethazine Hcl | 67 | 58 |
| Ibuprofen | 58 | 41 |
| Methylprednisolone | 54 | 49 |
| Acetaminophen With Codeinebrand: Acetaminophen-Codeine | 36 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,720 across 43 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
- 2007-06-14
- Last updated
- 2017-04-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Paul Salinas's NPI number?
- Paul Salinas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528262110, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Paul Salinas's specialty?
- Paul Salinas is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurological Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Paul Salinas located?
- Paul Salinas's practice location on file with NPPES is 8350 Dallas Pkwy, Frisco, TX 75034-4020.
- What is Paul Salinas's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Paul Salinas is (972) 377-9200.
- Does Paul Salinas accept Medicare?
- Paul Salinas is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Paul Salinas's NPI active?
- Yes — Paul Salinas's NPI (1528262110) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-04-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.