DR. FERNANDO TORRES M.D.
NPI 1205856366
Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease in Dallas, TX

Active since July 20, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
74.59/100
CMS Quality Rating
5939 HARRY HINES BLVD, SUITE 711, DALLAS, TX 75235(214) 879-6555(214) 879-6312 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Fernando Torres M.d. NPPES

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

DR. FERNANDO TORRES M.D. (NPI 1205856366) is an individual pulmonary disease provider in Dallas, Texas, licensed in Texas (J8804) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Covenant Medical Center, and is a graduate of Js Weill Medical College, Cornell University (1994).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1205856366
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RP1001X
Provider Legal NameDR. FERNANDO TORRESCredential: M.D.
Location Address5939 HARRY HINES BLVD, SUITE 711Dallas, TX 75235-6246
Mailing Address5939 Harry Hines Blvd, Suite 711Dallas, TX 75235-6246 · (214) 879-6555 · Fax (214) 879-6312
Fax(214) 879-6312
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSJs Weill Medical College, Cornell UniversityGraduated 1994
Enumeration DateJuly 20, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
NPI 1205856366 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RP1001X
License Licensed in TX · J8804
Definition
An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.
5939 HARRY HINES BLVD, Dallas, TX 75235

Other Identifiers 1

Medicare UPINH21328TX

Accepted Insurance

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

Dr. Fernando Torres 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 ID9638273790
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070329000077
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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
358 services50 patients
Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume 94010
This test, known as spirometry, assesses how well your lungs work. It measures how much air you can inhale, how much you can exhale and how quickly you can exhale. It's non-invasive and helps diagnose conditions like asthma or COPD.
216 services125 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
95 services69 patients
Test for exercise-induced lung stress 94618
An exercise-induced lung stress test assesses how your lungs respond to physical activity. During the test, you'll exercise on a treadmill or stationary bike while your heart rate, breathing, blood pressure, and oxygen levels are monitored. This helps identify any abnormal lung responses to exercise.
91 services87 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
46 services13 patients
Irrigation and suction of lung airways to obtain cells using an endoscope 31624
This is a procedure where a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope is inserted through your mouth into the lungs. A small amount of saline is then introduced to wash the airways. The fluid, along with cells from the lung, is suctioned back for analysis.
45 services33 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Covenant Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Lubbock, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450040
Location3615 19th StreetLubbock, TX 79410 · Lubbock County
Emergency services
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number450044
Location6201 Harry Hines BlvdDallas, TX 75390 · Dallas County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Medical Center Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Odessa, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number450132
Location500 W 4th StreetOdessa, TX 79761 · Ector County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 75235 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
$131.01 typical visit price
range $57.18 – $172.86
Typical copayment $32.75 (range $14.29 – $43.21)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$100.80 typical visit price
range $18.48 – $141.20
Typical copayment $25.20 (range $4.62 – $35.30)
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.

74.59/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality56.12
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost59.2

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 16

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Administration set, with small volume filtered pneumatic nebulizer A7006
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier41 claims41 services$6.82 avg. paid by Medicare
Enteral formula, nutritionally complete, calorically dense (equal to or greater than 1.5 kcal/ml) with intact nutrients, includes proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, may include fiber, administered through an enteral feeding tube, 100 calories = 1 unit B4152
Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N
2 suppliers18 claims8,279 services$0.34 avg. paid by Medicare
Home ventilator, any type, used with non-invasive interface, (e.g., mask, chest shell) E0466
DME-Other DME · category DE005N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$913.87 avg. paid by Medicare
Iv pole E0776
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$4.44 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
4 suppliers27 claims27 services$97.32 avg. paid by Medicare
Pentamidine isethionate, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose form, per 300 mg J2545
DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG000N
1 supplier41 claims41 services$90.89 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

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Podiatrist
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Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
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Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
5939 HARRY HINES BLVD, SUITE 731
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Internal Medicine
5939 HARRY HINES BLVD, #903
DALLAS, TX 75235
Pharmacist
5939 HARRY HINES BLVD
DALLAS, TX 75235
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
5939 HARRY HINES BLVD, SUITE 630
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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 Fernando Torres's NPI number?

The NPI number for Fernando Torres is 1205856366. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 20, 2006.

Where is Fernando Torres located?

Fernando Torres practices at 5939 Harry Hines Blvd Suite 711, Dallas, TX 75235. The listed phone number is (214) 879-6555.

What is Fernando Torres's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Pulmonary Disease, with taxonomy code 207RP1001X.

Is Fernando Torres enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Fernando Torres 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.

What insurance does Fernando Torres accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas list Fernando Torres 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 Fernando Torres affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Fernando Torres is affiliated with Covenant Medical Center, Ut Southwestern University Hospital - William P. Clements Jr. and Medical Center Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Fernando Torres was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.