Cynthia Salinas, M.D.
NPI 1578899498 · Surgery Physician · Mcallen, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Cynthia Salinas, M.D. is a Surgery Physician provider in Mcallen, TX (NPI 1578899498).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578899498
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- P6910 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Pharmacy Service Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
16 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
518 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 287 | $86 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 54 | $75 |
| Application of Vein Wound Compression Bandages on Lower Leg, Ankle, and Foot29581 | 49 | $99 |
| Removal of Tissue From Wound, 20.0 Sq Cm Or Less97597 | 43 | $95 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 27 | $124 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gentamicin Sulfate | 92 | 47 |
| Clotrimazole/Betamethasone Dipbrand: Clotrimazole-Betamethasone | 59 | 27 |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | 52 | 33 |
| Collagenase Clostridium Hist.brand: Santyl | 44 | 31 |
| Mupirocin | 33 | 21 |
| Cilostazol | 13 | — |
| Lidocaine/Prilocainebrand: Lidocaine-Prilocaine | 13 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$383 across 23 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 (2)
- 336 S 8th StRaymondville, TX 78580-2526Phone: (956) 992-9161Fax: (956) 992-9174
- 2542 Central Palm DrRio Grande City, TX 78582-6765Phone: (956) 992-9161Fax: (956) 992-9174
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-10-28
- Last updated
- 2026-02-04
- Certified
- 2026-02-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Cynthia Salinas's NPI number?
- Cynthia Salinas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578899498, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Cynthia Salinas's specialty?
- Cynthia Salinas is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Cynthia Salinas located?
- Cynthia Salinas's practice location on file with NPPES is 909 N Jackson Rd, Mcallen, TX 78501-9357.
- What is Cynthia Salinas's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Cynthia Salinas is (956) 992-9161.
- Does Cynthia Salinas accept Medicare?
- Cynthia Salinas is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Cynthia Salinas's NPI active?
- Yes — Cynthia Salinas's NPI (1578899498) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-02-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.