Robert Cline, MD
NPI 1689645194 · Colon & Rectal Surgery Physician · Austin, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Colorectal Surgery (proctology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Robert Cline, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgery Physician provider in Austin, TX (NPI 1689645194).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1689645194
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Colon & Rectal Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- H7283 (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
20 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
478 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 | 112 | $91 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 91 | $108 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Anus Using an Endoscope46600 | 80 | $118 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 52 | $129 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 43 | $167 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Diphenoxylate Hcl/Atropinebrand: Diphenoxylate-Atropine | 31 | — |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 22 | 19 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 16 | 12 |
| Metronidazole | 15 | 13 |
| Adalimumabbrand: Humira Pen | 12 | — |
| Certolizumab Pegolbrand: Cimzia (2 Pack) | 11 | — |
| Linaclotide |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$225 across 8 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
- 2006-02-01
- Last updated
- 2010-02-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Robert Cline's NPI number?
- Robert Cline's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689645194, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Robert Cline's specialty?
- Robert Cline is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Colon & Rectal Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Robert Cline located?
- Robert Cline's practice location on file with NPPES is 4106 Medical Parkway Street, Austin, TX 78756-3722.
- What is Robert Cline's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Robert Cline is (512) 418-1763.
- Does Robert Cline accept Medicare?
- Robert Cline is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Robert Cline's NPI active?
- Yes — Robert Cline's NPI (1689645194) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-02-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.