CARLOS LEIVA SALINAS M.D.
NPI 1477978534
Radiology - Neuroradiology in Los Angeles, CA

Q: What is Carlos Leiva Salinas's NPI number?

The NPI number for Carlos Leiva Salinas is 1477978534. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 26, 2014.

Q: What is Carlos Leiva Salinas's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Neuroradiology, with taxonomy code 2085N0700X.

Active since February 26, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

1520 SAN PABLO ST LOWR LEVEL, LOS ANGELES, CA 90033(323) 442-8500 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 1, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 1, 2026, Dec 30, 2024, Mar 9, 2023 and 4 more (7 updates tracked since 2016).

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About Carlos Leiva Salinas M.d. NPPES

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

CARLOS LEIVA SALINAS M.D. (NPI 1477978534) is an individual neuroradiology provider in Los Angeles, California, licensed in California (A154586) and active in the NPI registry since February 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains 2 additional practice locations, and is a graduate of Other (2004).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1477978534

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy2085N0700X

Provider Legal NameCARLOS LEIVA SALINASCredential: M.D.

Location Address1520 SAN PABLO ST LOWR LEVELLos Angeles, CA 90033-5310

Mailing Address2360 Panorama TerLos Angeles, CA 90039-2536 · (434) 882-5922

Phone(323) 442-8500

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2004

Enumeration DateFebruary 26, 2014

Last NPPES UpdateJune 1, 20267 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJune 1, 2026

✔ NPI 1477978534 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyRadiology · NeuroradiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code2085N0700X

Licenses✔ Licensed in CA · A154586✔ Licensed in VA · 01019542088✔ Licensed in MO · 2016041478✔ Licensed in NC · 2025-00218

Definition

A radiologist who diagnoses and treats diseases utilizing imaging procedures as they relate to the brain, spine and spinal cord, head, neck and organs of special sense in adults and children.

Also ListedRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyTaxonomy 2085R0202X · License V7558 (TX)

1520 SAN PABLO ST LOWR LEVEL, Los Angeles, CA 90033

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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 11 Hospital DrColumbia, MO 65212-0001 · Phone (573) 882-1026 · Fax (573) 884-4457

Location 21215 Lee St Fl 1Charlottesville, VA 22908-0816 · Phone (434) 982-1736 · Fax (434) 982-0943

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Antidote Health Plan of Ohio, Inc., Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Oscar Insurance Company.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Carlos Leiva Salinas 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 ID5496973331

PECOS Enrollment IDI20230214001769

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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

Medicare enrollment records show Carlos Leiva Salinas reassigns Medicare billing to 8 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Usc Care Medical Group, Inc

Same address

General Practice

1520 SAN PABLO ST
Los Angeles, CA 90033

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
2,445 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1902846306 (323) 442-5955

Keck Medicine Of Usc Imaging Centers, LLC

5.9 mi

Radiology

590 S FAIR OAKS AVE STE 143
Pasadena, CA 91105

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
71 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1669292405 (626) 517-8676

First Choice Physician Partners

20 mi

Gynecology

5152 KATELLA AVE, #106
Los Alamitos, CA 90720

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
488 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1427479203 (562) 431-5000

Advanced Radiology And Interventional Associates Inc

320 mi

Diagnostic Radiology

1800 N CALIFORNIA ST
Stockton, CA 95204

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
110 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1669123626 (209) 943-2000

North Star Mri Of Frisco LP

1,233 mi

Radiology

8501 WADE BLVD., SUITE 220
Frisco, TX 75034

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
13 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1649356759 (214) 618-3420

North Star Diagnostic Imaging, LLC

1,237 mi

Radiology

3700 W 15TH ST, BUILDING D, SUITE 200
Plano, TX 75075

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
12 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1467787739 (972) 758-9000

North Star Mri LP

1,241 mi

Radiology

997 RAINTREE CIRCLE, SUITE 110
Allen, TX 75013

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
14 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1033174701 (972) 954-8001

Utmb Faculty Group Practice

1,415 mi

General Practice

301 UNIVERSITY BLVD
Galveston, TX 77555

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
9 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1942241146 (409) 772-2222

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 25

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.

Ct scan head or brain without contrast 70450

A CT scan of the head or brain without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your brain, skull, and other structures inside your head. It helps to detect conditions like strokes, tumors, or injuries. No dye (contrast) is used in this test.

574 services497 patients

Mri scan of brain before and after contrast 70553

An MRI scan of the brain, both before and after contrast, helps visualize different brain structures. Initially, images are taken without a contrast agent. Then, a safe dye is injected which helps highlight certain areas, providing clearer, more detailed images.

241 services236 patients

Mri scan of lower spinal canal without contrast 72148

An MRI scan of the lower spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to produce detailed images of your lower spine. This helps identify issues like disc problems, tumors, or nerve conditions. No dye is used.

207 services205 patients

Mri scan of brain without contrast 70551

An MRI scan of the brain without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of your brain. It helps in detecting abnormalities like tumors, stroke, inflammation, or infection.

164 services162 patients

Mri scan of upper spinal canal without contrast 72141

An MRI scan of the upper spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of your upper spine. This helps doctors identify issues such as injuries, infections or diseases. No dye is used.

127 services127 patients

Ct scan of soft tissue of neck with contrast 70491

A CT scan of the neck with contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. A special dye is administered to highlight the soft tissues in your neck, making them easier to see. This helps detect issues like infections, tumors, or other abnormalities.

107 services97 patients

Ct scan of upper spine without contrast 72125

A CT scan of the upper spine without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test that uses X-rays to capture detailed images of your neck and upper back. It helps in identifying issues like fractures, tumors, or infections. No dye (contrast) is used in this scan.

97 services96 patients

Ct scan of blood vessels of head with contrast 70496

A CT scan of the head's blood vessels with contrast is a diagnostic procedure. A special dye (contrast) is injected into your body to make the blood vessels visible on the scan. This helps identify issues like blockages or abnormalities in your head's blood vessels.

94 services92 patients

Ct scan of blood vessels of neck with contrast 70498

A CT scan of the neck's blood vessels with contrast is a diagnostic procedure. It uses X-rays and a special dye to create detailed images of your neck's blood vessels. This helps doctors detect issues such as blockages or abnormalities.

80 services80 patients

Ct scan of face without contrast 70486

A CT scan of the face without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your face, including bones, soft tissues, and blood vessels. It's often used to diagnose diseases, injuries, or abnormalities. No contrast dye is used in this procedure.

73 services72 patients

Mri scan of middle spinal canal without contrast 72146

An MRI scan of the middle spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of your spine. This helps doctors identify any abnormalities or issues in your spinal canal. No dye is used in this procedure.

39 services39 patients

Mri scan of upper spinal canal before and after contrast 72156

An MRI scan of the upper spinal canal before and after contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of your spine. Contrast dye is injected to enhance these images, providing clearer visuals for accurate diagnosis.

35 services35 patients

Mri scan of blood vessels of head without contrast 70544

An MRI scan of the head's blood vessels without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of the blood vessels in your head. This helps doctors diagnose conditions such as stroke, aneurysm, or other vascular disorders.

34 services34 patients

X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views 72100

An X-ray of the lower and sacral spine involves capturing images of your lower back area, including the tailbone. This procedure helps in identifying problems like fractures, infections, or deformities. 2-3 different angle views provide a comprehensive picture.

34 services34 patients

X-ray of lower and sacral spine, minimum of 4 views 72110

An X-ray of the lower and sacral spine involves capturing images of your lower back and tailbone area. It helps in identifying issues like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. At least four different angles or 'views' are taken to get a comprehensive picture.

30 services30 patients

Mri scan of lower spinal canal before and after contrast 72158

An MRI scan of the lower spinal canal with contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses magnetic fields to generate detailed images of your lower spine. A contrast agent is injected to enhance these images, helping doctors see issues more clearly.

26 services26 patients

Mri scan of bone of eye socket, face, and/or neck before and after contrast 70543

An MRI scan of the eye socket, face, and/or neck uses magnetic fields to create detailed images of these areas. Contrast dye helps highlight specific tissues for clearer pictures. It's non-invasive, aids in detecting abnormalities, and guides treatment plans.

22 services20 patients

X-ray of upper spine, 4-5 views 72050

An X-ray of the upper spine with 4-5 views is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses radiation to capture detailed images of the bones and structures in your neck and upper back. This procedure helps identify issues like fractures, infections, or deformities.

21 services21 patients

X-ray of upper spine, 2-3 views 72040

An X-ray of the upper spine, with 2-3 views, is a painless procedure that employs a small amount of radiation to capture images of your neck and upper back. It assists in diagnosing conditions like arthritis, fractures, or spinal deformities.

20 services19 patients

Mri scan of middle spinal canal before and after contrast 72157

An MRI scan of the middle spinal canal with contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of your spine, both before and after a contrast dye is injected. The dye helps to highlight certain structures, providing a clearer picture for diagnosis.

20 services20 patients

Mri scan of blood vessels of neck without contrast 70547

An MRI scan of the neck's blood vessels without contrast is a non-invasive procedure that uses magnetic fields to create detailed images of your neck's blood vessels. It helps identify any abnormalities or blockages, aiding in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.

19 services19 patients

Ct scan of head or brain before and after contrast 70470

A CT scan of the head or brain uses special X-ray equipment to create detailed images of your brain's structure. Before and after contrast means two scans are done. Initially, images are taken without a contrast dye. Then, a dye is given to highlight certain areas, providing a clearer picture.

17 services17 patients

Ct scan of lower spine without contrast 72131

A CT scan of the lower spine without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses X-rays to create detailed images of your lower back area, helping to detect conditions like fractures, infections, or tumors. It's painless and generally quick.

17 services17 patients

Ct scan of cranial cavity without contrast 70480

A CT scan of the cranial cavity without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses X-rays to create detailed images of your head, specifically the brain area. This can help detect conditions like tumors, infections, or injuries. No dye (contrast) is used in this procedure.

14 services14 patients

Ct scan of soft tissue of neck without contrast 70490

A CT scan of the neck's soft tissue without contrast is a non-invasive imaging technique. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your neck area, helping to identify issues like infections, injuries, or tumors. No special dye (contrast) is used in this procedure.

12 services12 patients

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 Carlos Leiva Salinas's NPI number?

The NPI number for Carlos Leiva Salinas is 1477978534. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 26, 2014.

Where is Carlos Leiva Salinas located?

Carlos Leiva Salinas practices at 1520 San Pablo St Lowr Level, Los Angeles, CA 90033. The listed phone number is (323) 442-8500.

What is Carlos Leiva Salinas's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Neuroradiology, with taxonomy code 2085N0700X.

Is Carlos Leiva Salinas enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Carlos Leiva Salinas 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Carlos Leiva Salinas's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Carlos Leiva Salinas reassigns Medicare benefits to 8 organizations: Usc Care Medical Group, Inc (Los Angeles, CA), Keck Medicine Of Usc Imaging Centers, LLC (Pasadena, CA), First Choice Physician Partners (Los Alamitos, CA), Advanced Radiology And Interventional Associates Inc (Stockton, CA), North Star Mri Of Frisco LP (Frisco, TX) and 3 more organizations, listed in the Medicare section above. Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Carlos Leiva Salinas's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Carlos Leiva Salinas accept?

Health plans from Antidote Health Plan of Ohio, Inc., Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Oscar Insurance Company list Carlos Leiva Salinas 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Carlos Leiva Salinas was last updated on June 1, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 months 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.