Vince Cataldo, MD
NPI 1659393395 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hematology/Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Vince Cataldo, MD is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1659393395).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1659393395
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 026031 (LA)
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,354 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 589 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 328 | $118 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 236 | $84 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 64 | $164 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 53 | $111 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 27 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Anastrozole | 86 | 26 |
| Warfarin Sodium | 86 | 14 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 85 | 17 |
| Rivaroxabanbrand: Xarelto | 72 | 11 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 39 | — |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 38 | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,974 across 101 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 (1)
- 7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 6000Baton Rouge, LA 70808-4366Phone: (225) 757-0343Fax: (225) 757-8354
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-24
- Last updated
- 2025-02-18
- Certified
- 2025-02-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Vince Cataldo's NPI number?
- Vince Cataldo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659393395, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Vince Cataldo's specialty?
- Vince Cataldo is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Vince Cataldo located?
- Vince Cataldo's practice location on file with NPPES is 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030-4000.
- What is Vince Cataldo's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Vince Cataldo is (713) 792-6161.
- Does Vince Cataldo accept Medicare?
- Vince Cataldo is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Vince Cataldo's NPI active?
- Yes — Vince Cataldo's NPI (1659393395) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-02-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.