Vilas Saldanha, M.D.
NPI 1689871337 · Orthopaedic Trauma Physician · Austin, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Vilas Saldanha, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Trauma Physician provider in Austin, TX (NPI 1689871337).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1689871337
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Trauma PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- Q7462 (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 tenure25% of score
18 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
2,391 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 629 | $125 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 348 | $40 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 284 | $75 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 266 | $45 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 130 | $88 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 123 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 309 | 152 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 253 | 117 |
| Meloxicam | 247 | 96 |
| Methocarbamol | 173 | 106 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 135 | 81 |
| Celecoxib | 75 | 38 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 68 | 40 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$585 across 7 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)
- 4700 Campus Village Dr Ste 100Round Rock, TX 78665-3025Phone: (512) 439-1000
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-06-27
- Last updated
- 2024-08-22
- Certified
- 2024-08-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Vilas Saldanha's NPI number?
- Vilas Saldanha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689871337, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Vilas Saldanha's specialty?
- Vilas Saldanha is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Trauma Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Vilas Saldanha located?
- Vilas Saldanha's practice location on file with NPPES is 4700 Seton Center Pkwy, Austin, TX 78759.
- What is Vilas Saldanha's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Vilas Saldanha is (512) 439-1000.
- Does Vilas Saldanha accept Medicare?
- Vilas Saldanha is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Vilas Saldanha's NPI active?
- Yes — Vilas Saldanha's NPI (1689871337) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-08-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.