Dr. Leopoldo Lapuerta, M.D.
Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery
20+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
1 location
About Dr. Leopoldo Lapuerta
Leopoldo Lapuerta, M.D. is a healthcare provider practicing in Pearland, TX.
Specialty Definition
A plastic surgeon deals with the repair, reconstruction or replacement of physical defects of form or function involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hand, extremities, breast and trunk and external genitalia or cosmetic enhancement of these areas of the body. Cosmetic surgery is an essential component of plastic surgery. The plastic surgeon uses cosmetic surgical principles to both improve overall appearance and to optimize the outcome of reconstructive procedures. The surgeon uses aesthetic surgical principles not only to improve undesirable qualities of normal structures but in all reconstructive procedures as well.
38
Years Experience
1
Location
1
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Additional Specialties
Primary Specialty
Plastic And Reconstructive SurgeryCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At Dallas
Class of 1988
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 1 state
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | H6365 | Plastic Surgery | |
| Texas | H6365 | Surgery | — |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Leopoldo Lapuerta
With 20 years of practice, Dr. Leopoldo Lapuerta is an established plastic and reconstructive surgery provider, M.D., after earning their medical degree at University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At Dallas in 1988. Dr. currently practices at Minuteclinic Diagnostic Of Texas Llc in Pearland, Texas. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437165073, 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.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. Leopoldo Lapuerta received $720 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
$720
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.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Leopoldo Lapuerta
What does Dr. Leopoldo Lapuerta specialize in?
Dr. Leopoldo Lapuerta specializes in Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery. Secondary taxonomy filings also list Surgery.
Where does Dr. Leopoldo Lapuerta practice?
Dr. Leopoldo Lapuerta practices at Minuteclinic Diagnostic Of Texas Llc in Pearland, Texas.
Does Dr. Leopoldo Lapuerta accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Leopoldo Lapuerta accepts Medicare assignment. Call the practice directly to confirm Medicare acceptance for your specific plan.
What is Dr. Leopoldo Lapuerta's NPI number?
Dr. Leopoldo Lapuerta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437165073. 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. Leopoldo Lapuerta been practicing?
Dr. Leopoldo Lapuerta has approximately 20 years of practice experience, having graduated from University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At Dallas in 1988.