Dr. Carlos Cardenas, MD
Gastroenterology
20+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
3 locations
About Dr. Carlos Cardenas
Carlos Cardenas, MD is a healthcare provider practicing in Edinburg, TX.
Specialty Definition
An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to visualize internal organs.
41
Years Experience
3
Locations
1
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Primary Specialty
GastroenterologyCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston
Class of 1985
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 1 state
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | H0232 | Internal Medicine |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Carlos Cardenas
With 20 years of practice, Dr. Carlos Cardenas is an established gastroenterology provider, MD, after earning their medical degree at University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston in 1985. Dr. currently practices across 3 facilities, including in Edinburg, Texas. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1023030574, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Dr. Carlos Cardenas as a lower-volume gastroenterology provider, treating approximately 261 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 493 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. Carlos Cardenas received $34 in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$34
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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Gastroenterology Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 78539
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Carlos Cardenas
What does Dr. Carlos Cardenas specialize in?
Dr. Carlos Cardenas specializes in Gastroenterology.
Where does Dr. Carlos Cardenas practice?
Dr. Carlos Cardenas practices at in Edinburg, Texas. Dr. is also affiliated with 2 additional facilities, listed below.
Does Dr. Carlos Cardenas accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Carlos Cardenas accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 261 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. Carlos Cardenas's NPI number?
Dr. Carlos Cardenas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1023030574. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. Carlos Cardenas been practicing?
Dr. Carlos Cardenas has approximately 20 years of practice experience, having graduated from University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston in 1985.