DR. CARISSIA CALVO-STRUBE M.D.
NPI 1508209966
Surgery - Surgical Oncology in San Antonio, TX

Active since April 16, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
7979 WURZBACH RD, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229(210) 450-5990(210) 450-1747 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 4, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 4, 2022, Aug 26, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About Dr. Carissia Calvo-strube M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CARISSIA CALVO-STRUBE M.D. (NPI 1508209966) is an individual surgical oncology provider in San Antonio, Texas, licensed in Texas (R7961) and active in the NPI registry since April 2013. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Health System, and is a graduate of Texas A & M University System, Hsc, College Of Medicine (2013).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1508209966
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy2086X0206X
Provider Legal NameDR. CARISSIA CALVO-STRUBECredential: M.D.
Location Address7979 WURZBACH RDSan Antonio, TX 78229-4427
Mailing Address7979 Wurzbach RdSan Antonio, TX 78229-4427 · (210) 450-5990 · Fax (210) 450-1747
Fax(210) 450-1747
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSTexas A & M University System, Hsc, College Of MedicineGraduated 2013
Enumeration DateApril 16, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 4, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 4, 2022
✔ NPI 1508209966 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtySurgery · Surgical OncologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2086X0206X
License✔ Licensed in TX · R7961
Definition
A surgical oncologist is a well-qualified surgeon who has obtained additional training and experience in the multidisciplinary approach to the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cancer patients, and devotes a major portion of his or her professional practice to these activities and cancer research.
Also ListedSurgeryTaxonomy 208600000X · License R7961 (TX)
7979 WURZBACH RD, San Antonio, TX 78229

Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Dr. Carissia Calvo M.d.

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Carissia Calvo-strube 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 ID9830469626
PECOS Enrollment IDI20191015002012
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

2

Medicare enrollment records show Carissia Calvo-strube reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Clinical Medical Laboratory
7979 WURZBACH RD
San Antonio, TX 78229
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 2,397 clinicians in this Medicare group
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
4900 MUELLER BLVD
Austin, TX 78723
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 5,299 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 2

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 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.
15 services14 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

University Health System

Acute Care Hospitals · San Antonio, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number450213
Location4502 Medical DrSan Antonio, TX 78229 · Bexar County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78229 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
$166.88 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $41.72 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99205
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.

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.

Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
7979 WURZBACH RD
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229
Internal Medicine (Medical Oncology)
7979 WURZBACH RD
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229
Surgery (Surgical Oncology)
7979 WURZBACH RD
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229
Urology
7979 WURZBACH RD
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229
Radiology (Radiation Oncology)
7979 WURZBACH RD
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229
Registered Nurse (Oncology)
7979 WURZBACH RD
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229
Psychologist (Clinical)
7979 WURZBACH RD
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
7979 WURZBACH RD, 3RD FLOOR-URSCHEL BLDG
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229

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 Carissia Calvo-strube's NPI number?

The NPI number for Carissia Calvo-strube is 1508209966. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 16, 2013. The provider is also known as Dr. Carissia Calvo M.D..

Where is Carissia Calvo-strube located?

Carissia Calvo-strube practices at 7979 Wurzbach Rd, San Antonio, TX 78229. The listed phone number is (210) 450-5990.

What is Carissia Calvo-strube's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery, specializing in Surgical Oncology, with taxonomy code 2086X0206X.

Is Carissia Calvo-strube enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Carissia Calvo-strube 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 Carissia Calvo-strube's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Carissia Calvo-strube reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: University Of Texas Health Science Center At San Antonio (San Antonio, TX) and University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center At Dallas (Austin, TX). 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 Carissia Calvo-strube's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Carissia Calvo-strube accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Community First and Imperial Insurance Companies, Inc. list Carissia Calvo-strube 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 Carissia Calvo-strube affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Carissia Calvo-strube is affiliated with University Health System.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Carissia Calvo-strube was last updated on November 4, 2022. 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.