Oscar Sotelo, M.D.
NPI 1821144981 · Dermatology Physician · Mcallen, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Oscar Sotelo, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Mcallen, TX (NPI 1821144981).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1821144981
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- D5212 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Other Service Providers
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
1,512 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 515 | $6 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 324 | $82 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 171 | $113 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 135 | $51 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 133 | $97 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 346 | 176 |
| Hydrocortisone | 154 | 92 |
| Prednisone | 141 | 112 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 105 | 50 |
| Ketoconazole | 66 | 34 |
| Fluocinonide | 54 | 33 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 52 | 42 |
| Triamterene/Hydrochlorothiazidbrand: Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$164 across 16 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)
- 7012 N 10th StSte 40Mcallen, TX 78504-3397Phone: (956) 682-1591Fax: (956) 682-1592
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-01-25
- Last updated
- 2026-01-06
- Certified
- 2026-01-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Oscar Sotelo's NPI number?
- Oscar Sotelo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821144981, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Oscar Sotelo's specialty?
- Oscar Sotelo is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Oscar Sotelo located?
- Oscar Sotelo's practice location on file with NPPES is 7000 N 10th St Ste C1, Mcallen, TX 78504-2266.
- What is Oscar Sotelo's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Oscar Sotelo is (956) 682-1591.
- Does Oscar Sotelo accept Medicare?
- Oscar Sotelo is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Oscar Sotelo's NPI active?
- Yes — Oscar Sotelo's NPI (1821144981) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-01-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.