Holger Salazar, MD
NPI 1578679395 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Memphis, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Holger Salazar, MD is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Memphis, TN (NPI 1578679395).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578679395
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 19339 (MS)
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
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
9,014 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 1,144 | $13 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 927 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 800 | $118 |
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides)80061 | 709 | $13 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 670 | $10 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 107 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 685 | 207 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 665 | 183 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 653 | 204 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 581 | 182 |
| Carvedilol | 475 | 137 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 410 | 98 |
| Valsartan | 350 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$94 across 5 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
- 2006-08-22
- Last updated
- 2012-09-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Holger Salazar's NPI number?
- Holger Salazar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578679395, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Holger Salazar's specialty?
- Holger Salazar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Holger Salazar located?
- Holger Salazar's practice location on file with NPPES is 8060 Wolf River Blvd, Memphis, TN 38138-1727.
- What is Holger Salazar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Holger Salazar is (901) 271-1000.
- Does Holger Salazar accept Medicare?
- Holger Salazar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Holger Salazar's NPI active?
- Yes — Holger Salazar's NPI (1578679395) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-09-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.