DR. DOUGLAS RUSSELL SALMON M.D.
NPI 1275577942
Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease in Buda, TX

Q: What is Douglas Salmon's NPI number?

The NPI number for Douglas Salmon is 1275577942. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 15, 2006.

Q: What is Douglas Salmon's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Cardiovascular Disease, with taxonomy code 207RC0000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Douglas Salmon was last updated on January 11, 2024. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.

Active since June 15, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

82.71/100

CMS Quality Rating

112 RAILROAD ST., BUDA, TX 78610(512) 295-2558(512) 295-2282 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 11, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

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About Dr. Douglas Russell Salmon M.d. NPPES

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

DR. DOUGLAS RUSSELL SALMON M.D. (NPI 1275577942) is an individual cardiovascular disease provider in Buda, Texas, licensed in Texas (F7128) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ascension Seton Hays, and is a graduate of University Of Arizona College Of Medicine (1979).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1275577942

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RC0000X

Provider Legal NameDR. DOUGLAS RUSSELL SALMONCredential: M.D.

Location Address112 RAILROAD ST.Buda, TX 78610

Mailing Address112 Railroad St.Buda, TX 78610 · (512) 295-2558 · Fax (512) 295-2282

Phone(512) 295-2558

Fax(512) 295-2282

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Arizona College Of MedicineGraduated 1979

Enumeration DateJune 15, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 11, 2024

NPPES CertifiedJune 27, 2023

✔ NPI 1275577942 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RC0000X

License✔ Licensed in TX · F7128

Definition

An internist who specializes in diseases of the heart and blood vessels and manages complex cardiac conditions such as heart attacks and life-threatening, abnormal heartbeat rhythms.

112 RAILROAD ST., Buda, TX 78610

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Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid115743006TX

Medicaid1157430-05TX

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and more.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. Douglas Russell Salmon 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 ID7315994894

PECOS Enrollment IDI20060907000158

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.

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.

125 services104 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.

125 services88 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232

Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.

79 services24 patients

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010

A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.

63 services24 patients

Heart rhythm review, and interpretation of continous external ekg over more than 48 hours up to 7 days 93244

A heart rhythm review involves monitoring your heart's electrical activity for more than 48 hours up to 7 days. Using a device called an external EKG, doctors can track your heartbeats to detect irregularities and help diagnose heart conditions.

57 services48 patients

Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function 93306

This is a heart ultrasound, also known as an echocardiogram. It uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart, showing how blood flows through it. The color depicts the blood flow's speed and direction. It also checks the heart's valves to ensure they're working properly.

37 services33 patients

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

35 services28 patients

Evaluation of single, dual, multiple lead or leadless pacemaker system, remote up to 90 days 93294

This procedure evaluates your pacemaker system remotely for up to 90 days. It checks whether single, dual, multiple lead, or leadless pacemakers are working properly. It's a safe, convenient way to ensure your heart device is functioning optimally.

27 services14 patients

Heart rhythm recording continous external ekg over more than 48 hours up to 7 days 93242

This procedure involves wearing a device, an external EKG, for up to 7 days to continuously monitor your heart rhythm. It helps detect irregularities that may not occur during a standard EKG. The device is non-invasive and safe.

25 services25 patients

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000

An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.

24 services18 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.

20 services17 patients

Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231

Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.

17 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Ascension Seton Hays

Acute Care Hospitals · Kyle, TX

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number670056

Location6001 Kyle PkwyKyle, TX 78640 · Hays County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78610 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

$126.40 typical visit price

range $54.84 – $166.88

Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$68.55 typical visit price

range $17.52 – $136.11

Typical copayment $17.13 (range $4.38 – $34.02)

Most-billed visit code 99213

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.

82.71/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Individually scored

Quality

87.53

Improvement Activities

Cost

54.2

Reported Quality Measures

Advance Care Plan

8%531 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%

Colorectal Cancer Screening

3%462 patients1/55-star benchmark: 88%

Controlling High Blood Pressure

66%500 patients3/55-star benchmark: 91%

Coronary Artery Disease (CAD): Beta-Blocker Therapy Prior Myocardial Infarction (MI) or Left Ventricular Systolic Dysfunction (LVEF <= 40%)

90%31 patients4/55-star benchmark: 99%

Diabetes: Eye Exam

0%104 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%

Diabetes: Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Poor Control (>9%)

Lower rates are better for this measure.

75%104 patients2/55-star benchmark: 91%

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record

83%1,471 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan

50%716 patients3/55-star benchmark: 98%

Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for High Blood Pressure and Follow-Up Documented

22%197 patients2/55-star benchmark: 61%

Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention

Patients screened: 0% · 340 patients

0%340 patients

Statin Therapy for the Prevention and Treatment of Cardiovascular Disease

86%411 patients4/55-star benchmark: 91%

Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults

Lower rates are better for this measure.

Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 0% · 447 patients

Patients totalRate: 0% · 447 patients

0%447 patients5/55-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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

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

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

1 supplier12 claims12 services$63.93 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

LIVE OAK CARDIOLOGY, PA

Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)

112 RAILROAD ST.
BUDA, TX 78610

Hays County (512) 295-2558

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 Douglas Salmon's NPI number?

The NPI number for Douglas Salmon is 1275577942. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 15, 2006.

Where is Douglas Salmon located?

Douglas Salmon practices at 112 Railroad St., Buda, TX 78610. The listed phone number is (512) 295-2558.

What is Douglas Salmon's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Cardiovascular Disease, with taxonomy code 207RC0000X.

Is Douglas Salmon enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Douglas Salmon 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 Douglas Salmon accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and 3 other insurers list Douglas Salmon 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 Douglas Salmon affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Douglas Salmon is affiliated with Ascension Seton Hays.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Douglas Salmon was last updated on January 11, 2024. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.