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LOUIS A. SALAS M.D.
NPI 1164420154
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in Catonsville, MD

Active since July 13, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
6.96/100
CMS Quality Rating
700 GEIPE RD, SUITE 230, CATONSVILLE, MD 21228(410) 247-7500(410) 247-4227 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 8, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Louis A. Salas M.d. NPPES

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

LOUIS A. SALAS M.D. (NPI 1164420154) is an individual gastroenterology provider in Catonsville, Maryland, licensed in Maryland (D0037913) and active in the NPI registry since July 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Saint Agnes Hospital, and is a graduate of University Central Del Caribe Escuela De Medicina (1987).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1164420154
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RG0100X
Provider Legal NameLOUIS A. SALASCredential: M.D.
Location Address700 GEIPE RD, SUITE 230Catonsville, MD 21228-4147
Mailing Address700 Geipe Rd, Suite 230Catonsville, MD 21228-4147 · (410) 247-7500 · Fax (410) 247-4227
Phone(410) 247-7500
Fax(410) 247-4227
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Central Del Caribe Escuela De MedicinaGraduated 1987
Enumeration DateJuly 13, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 8, 2014
✔ NPI 1164420154 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · GastroenterologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RG0100X
License✔ Licensed in MD · D0037913
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.

700 GEIPE RD, Catonsville, MD 21228
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINE84736MD
Medicare PINKN14662NMD
Medicaid079151200MD

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Louis A. Salas M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID7517019631
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100128000409
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 12

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.

Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope 45380
A biopsy of the large bowel using a flexible endoscope is a procedure where a thin, flexible tube with a camera is inserted through the rectum to examine the bowel. If abnormal tissue is found, a small sample is taken for further examination. This helps in diagnosing conditions like inflammation, polyps, or cancer.
229 services229 patients
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare 45385
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope to examine the large bowel. If any abnormal growths or polyps are found, a tool called a mechanical snare is used to remove them. This is a common method to prevent potential health issues.
186 services186 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
175 services154 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
135 services127 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
111 services111 patients
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope 43239
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera, known as an endoscope, to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine. Small tissue samples are taken for further examination to help diagnose various conditions.
96 services96 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Saint Agnes Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Baltimore, MD
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number210011
Location900 Caton AvenueBaltimore, MD 21229 · Baltimore City County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 21228 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$139.05 typical visit price
range $60.73 – $183.44
Typical copayment $34.76 (range $15.18 – $45.86)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$106.59 typical visit price
range $19.60 – $149.17
Typical copayment $26.64 (range $4.90 – $37.29)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

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.

6.96/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality0
Promoting Interoperability0
Improvement Activities0
Cost23.22

Reported Quality Measures

Colorectal Cancer Screening
Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer
17%792 patients1/55-star benchmark: 85%
Diabetes: Medical Attention for Nephropathy
The percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a nephropathy screening test or evidence of nephropathy during the measurement period
19%21 patients1/55-star benchmark: 99%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
100%1,474 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
91%2,077 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
88%1,187 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
2%1,800 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
24%1,278 patients2/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
Patients tobacco: 57% · 163 patients
60%163 patients
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
0%1,800 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication.
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients 2+: 0% · 708 patients
2%708 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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.

DR. MONICA MARIA STEWART M.D.
Internal Medicine (Rheumatology)
700 GEIPE RD, STE 200
CATONSVILLE, MD 21228
Baltimore County (410) 744-0661
DR. HIROSHI NAKAZAWA MD
Acupuncturist
700 GEIPE RD, SUITE 204
CATONSVILLE, MD 21228
Baltimore County (410) 744-8505
DR. DAVID VON RUEDEN M.D.
Surgery
700 GEIPE RD, SUITE 274
CATONSVILLE, MD 21228
Baltimore County (410) 368-3003
UDAY B NANAVATY, MD LLC
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
700 GEIPE RD, SUITE 267-C
CATONSVILLE, MD 21228
Baltimore County (410) 747-8880
BILAL HASAN MBBS
Internal Medicine (Rheumatology)
700 GEIPE RD
CATONSVILLE, MD 21228
Baltimore County (410) 744-0661
DR. DEBRA GOLDMAN CURTIS M.D.
Internal Medicine
700 GEIPE RD
CATONSVILLE, MD 21228
Baltimore County (410) 368-8750
DIGESTIVE DISEASE ASSOCIATES, P.A.
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
700 GEIPE RD, SUITE 230
CATONSVILLE, MD 21228
Baltimore County (410) 247-7500
ST AGNES HEALTHCARE
Pediatrics
700 GEIPE RD
CATONSVILLE, MD 21228
Baltimore County (410) 368-8750

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 Louis Salas's NPI number?

The NPI number for Louis Salas is 1164420154. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 13, 2005.

Where is Louis Salas located?

Louis Salas practices at 700 Geipe Rd Suite 230, Catonsville, MD 21228. The listed phone number is (410) 247-7500.

What is Louis Salas's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Gastroenterology, with taxonomy code 207RG0100X.

Is Louis Salas enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Louis Salas is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Is Louis Salas affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Louis Salas is affiliated with Saint Agnes Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Louis Salas was last updated on August 8, 2014. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.