Galena Salem, M.D.
NPI 1538334420 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Ashland, KY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hematology/Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Galena Salem, M.D. is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in Ashland, KY (NPI 1538334420).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538334420
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 46534 (KY)
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
18 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
975 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 | 473 | $91 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 262 | $9 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 124 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 42 | $134 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 24 | $169 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 42 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Anastrozole | 171 | 56 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 115 | 67 |
| Gabapentin | 104 | 24 |
| Prochlorperazine Maleate | 94 | 51 |
| Potassium Chloride | 82 | 39 |
| Lidocaine/Prilocainebrand: Lidocaine-Prilocaine | 71 | 39 |
| Megestrol Acetate | 62 | 24 |
| Levofloxacin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,206 across 71 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
- 2008-04-23
- Last updated
- 2020-05-01
- Certified
- 2020-05-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Galena Salem's NPI number?
- Galena Salem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538334420, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Galena Salem's specialty?
- Galena Salem is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Galena Salem located?
- Galena Salem's practice location on file with NPPES is 617 23rd St Ste 19, Ashland, KY 41101-2845.
- What is Galena Salem's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Galena Salem is (606) 325-2221.
- Does Galena Salem accept Medicare?
- Galena Salem is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Galena Salem's NPI active?
- Yes — Galena Salem's NPI (1538334420) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-05-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.