Dr. Carlos Rios-sierra, MD
Anesthesiology
21+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
4 locations
University Medical Center Of El Paso
4815 Alameda Ave, El Paso, Texas, 79905
(915) 521-7602
El Paso Children's Hospital
4845 Alameda Avenue, El Paso, Texas, 79905
(915) 521-7148
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso
4815 Alameda Ave, El Paso, Texas, 79905
(915) 215-4956
El Paso County Hospital District
4815 Alameda Ave, El Paso, Texas, 79905
(915) 521-7902
About Dr. Carlos Rios-sierra
Carlos Rios-Sierra, MD is a healthcare provider practicing in El Paso, TX.
Specialty Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
46
Years Experience
4
Locations
1
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Additional Specialties
Primary Specialty
AnesthesiologyCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Other
Class of 1980
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 1 state
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | L1441 | Anesthesiology | — |
| Texas | L1441 | Anesthesiology |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Carlos Rios-sierra
With 21 years of practice, Dr. Carlos Rios-sierra is an established anesthesiology provider, MD, after earning their medical degree at Other in 1980. Dr. currently practices across 4 facilities, including University Medical Center Of El Paso in El Paso, Texas. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568457570, 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 Rios-sierra as a lower-volume anesthesiology provider, treating approximately 98 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 111 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 Rios-sierra received $181 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
$181
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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Anesthesiology Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 79905
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Carlos Rios-sierra
What does Dr. Carlos Rios-sierra specialize in?
Dr. Carlos Rios-sierra specializes in Anesthesiology. Secondary taxonomy filings also list Anesthesiology.
Where does Dr. Carlos Rios-sierra practice?
Dr. Carlos Rios-sierra practices at University Medical Center Of El Paso in El Paso, Texas. Dr. is also affiliated with 3 additional facilities, listed below.
Does Dr. Carlos Rios-sierra accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Carlos Rios-sierra accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 98 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. Carlos Rios-sierra's NPI number?
Dr. Carlos Rios-sierra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568457570. 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 Rios-sierra been practicing?
Dr. Carlos Rios-sierra has approximately 21 years of practice experience, having graduated from Other in 1980.