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DANTE M. PARAS MD
NPI 1063467967
Anesthesiology in Dallas, TX

Active since May 23, 2006PECOS Enrolled
93.5/100
CMS Quality Rating
12222 MERIT DR STE 600, DALLAS, TX 75251(972) 715-5000(972) 715-9976 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 10, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dante M. Paras Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DANTE M. PARAS MD (NPI 1063467967) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Dallas, Texas, licensed in Texas (G6587) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1977).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1063467967
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDANTE M. PARASCredential: MD
Location Address12222 MERIT DR STE 600Dallas, TX 75251-3294
Mailing AddressPo Box 840853Dallas, TX 75284-0865 · (972) 233-1999 · Fax (972) 233-3666
Phone(972) 715-5000
Fax(972) 715-9976
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1977
Enumeration DateMay 23, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 10, 2023
NPPES CertifiedMarch 10, 2023
✔ NPI 1063467967 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · G6587
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.
12222 MERIT DR STE 600, Dallas, TX 75251
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid114850406TX
Other8EH853TX · Bcbs
OtherP01446652TX · Rr

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Baylor Scott and White Health Plan, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Molina Healthcare.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dante M. Paras Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID547261737
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070131000422
Eligible to Order & Refer– Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment– Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 3

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
42 services39 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.
16 services16 patients
Anesthesia for procedure on small and large bowel using an endoscope 00813
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the small and large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. It involves administering medicine to help you sleep or feel drowsy. This allows the doctor to examine your bowels without causing you discomfort or pain.
16 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Arlington, TX
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450064
Location800 W Randol Mill RdArlington, TX 76012 · Tarrant County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

93.5/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality97.15
Improvement Activities40
Cost83.57

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

MRS. CHARITY CABRERA MAGCALAS CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
12222 MERIT DR STE 600
DALLAS, TX 75251
Dallas County (972) 715-5000
DR. ELVIS TSANG MD
Anesthesiology
12222 MERIT DR STE 600
DALLAS, TX 75251
Dallas County (972) 715-5000
BINU RAJAN ABRAHAM MD
Anesthesiology
12222 MERIT DR STE 600
DALLAS, TX 75251
Dallas County (972) 715-5000
LAUREN CARTER SEGERSON CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
12222 MERIT DR STE 600
DALLAS, TX 75251
Dallas County (972) 715-5000
ABIGAIL PINTO WOOD CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
12222 MERIT DR STE 600
DALLAS, TX 75251
Dallas County (972) 715-5000
HANNAH NEIPP MURDOCK CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
12222 MERIT DR STE 600
DALLAS, TX 75251
Dallas County (972) 715-5000
THOMAS ADAMS MD
Anesthesiology
12222 MERIT DR STE 600
DALLAS, TX 75251
Dallas County (972) 715-5000
DR. JOHN GERARD BAERENSTECHER M.D.
Anesthesiology
12222 MERIT DR STE 600
DALLAS, TX 75251
Dallas County (972) 715-5000

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Dante Paras's NPI number?

The NPI number for Dante Paras is 1063467967. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 23, 2006.

Where is Dante Paras located?

Dante Paras practices at 12222 Merit Dr Ste 600, Dallas, TX 75251. The listed phone number is (972) 715-5000.

What is Dante Paras's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Dante Paras enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Dante Paras is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Dante Paras accept?

Health plans from Baylor Scott and White Health Plan, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Molina Healthcare list Dante Paras as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Dante Paras affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Dante Paras is affiliated with Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Dante Paras was last updated on March 10, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.