Cristina Montalvo, M.D.
NPI 1649358789 · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pathology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Cristina Montalvo, M.D. is a Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1649358789).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649358789
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- M3650 (TX)
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 tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
585 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 270 | $36 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Initial Procedure88342 | 106 | $33 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Each Additional Procedure88341 | 81 | $27 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue Including Interpretation and Report88313 | 37 | $12 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Moderately Low Complexity88304 | 35 | $11 |
| Preparation of Tissue for Examination By Removing Any Calcium Present88311 | 26 | $12 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 2525 West Bellfort StreetSte 120Houston, TX 77054-5024Phone: (713) 741-6677Fax: (713) 748-5860
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-11-02
- Last updated
- 2022-12-13
- Certified
- 2022-12-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Cristina Montalvo's NPI number?
- Cristina Montalvo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649358789, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Cristina Montalvo's specialty?
- Cristina Montalvo is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Cristina Montalvo located?
- Cristina Montalvo's practice location on file with NPPES is 1 Baylor Plz, Houston, TX 77030-3411.
- What is Cristina Montalvo's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Cristina Montalvo is (713) 798-4438.
- Does Cristina Montalvo accept Medicare?
- Cristina Montalvo is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Cristina Montalvo's NPI active?
- Yes — Cristina Montalvo's NPI (1649358789) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-12-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.