Cathy Hernandez, M.D.
NPI 1568470649 · Internal Medicine Physician · Dallas, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Cathy Hernandez, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Dallas, TX (NPI 1568470649).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1568470649
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- K8763 (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
1,120 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 425 | $115 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 338 | $76 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 150 | $110 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 91 | $168 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 33 | $128 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, 30 Minutes Or Less99238 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 6 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 38 | 35 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 22 | — |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 15 | 14 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 15 | 12 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 15 | — |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 14 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$98 across 1 record (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
- 2006-08-04
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Cathy Hernandez's NPI number?
- Cathy Hernandez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568470649, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Cathy Hernandez's specialty?
- Cathy Hernandez is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Cathy Hernandez located?
- Cathy Hernandez's practice location on file with NPPES is 12221 Merit Dr Ste 460, Dallas, TX 75251-2245.
- What is Cathy Hernandez's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Cathy Hernandez is (469) 374-3850.
- Does Cathy Hernandez accept Medicare?
- Cathy Hernandez is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Cathy Hernandez's NPI active?
- Yes — Cathy Hernandez's NPI (1568470649) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.