Francisco Vega-Vazquez, M.D.
NPI 1730192956 · Anatomic Pathology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pathology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Francisco Vega-Vazquez, M.D. is a Anatomic Pathology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1730192956).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1730192956
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anatomic Pathology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- M4973 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
677 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Each Additional Procedure88341 | 267 | $27 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 100 | $36 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Initial Procedure88342 | 75 | $33 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue Including Interpretation and Report88313 | 62 | $12 |
| Preparation of Tissue for Examination By Removing Any Calcium Present88311 | 36 | $12 |
| Bone Marrow, Smear Interpretation85097 | 32 | $47 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-15
- Last updated
- 2019-06-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Francisco Vega-Vazquez's NPI number?
- Francisco Vega-Vazquez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730192956, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Francisco Vega-Vazquez's specialty?
- Francisco Vega-Vazquez is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anatomic Pathology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Francisco Vega-Vazquez located?
- Francisco Vega-Vazquez's practice location on file with NPPES is 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030-4009.
- What is Francisco Vega-Vazquez's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Francisco Vega-Vazquez is (713) 792-6161.
- Does Francisco Vega-Vazquez accept Medicare?
- Francisco Vega-Vazquez is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Francisco Vega-Vazquez's NPI active?
- Yes — Francisco Vega-Vazquez's NPI (1730192956) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-06-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.