HELEN COLLEEN SILVA MD
NPI 1609976505
Surgery - Surgical Oncology in Galveston, TX

Active since September 22, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
74.96/100
CMS Quality Rating
301 UNIVERSITY BLVD, GALVESTON, TX 77555(409) 772-2222 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 16, 2008. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Helen Colleen Silva Md NPPES

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

HELEN COLLEEN SILVA MD (NPI 1609976505) is an individual surgical oncology provider in Galveston, Texas, licensed in Texas (H0816) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Of Texas Medical Branch Galveston, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston (1985).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1609976505
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy2086X0206X
Provider Legal NameHELEN COLLEEN SILVACredential: MD
Location Address301 UNIVERSITY BLVDGalveston, TX 77555-5302
Mailing Address301 University BlvdGalveston, TX 77555-5302 · (409) 772-2222
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical Branch At GalvestonGraduated 1985
Enumeration DateSeptember 22, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 16, 2008
NPI 1609976505 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 · H0816
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 35087152 (OH)
301 UNIVERSITY BLVD, Galveston, TX 77555

Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINE10192OH
Medicare PIN8K4066TX
Medicaid2619965OH

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

Helen Colleen Silva Md 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 ID2264454370
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080324000581
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 3

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.
59 services55 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.
15 services15 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.
15 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

University Of Texas Medical Branch Galveston

Acute Care Hospitals · Galveston, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number450018
Location301 University BoulevardGalveston, TX 77555 · Galveston County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77555 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
$173.07 typical visit price
range $57.19 – $173.07
Typical copayment $43.26 (range $14.29 – $43.26)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$71.32 typical visit price
range $18.45 – $141.36
Typical copayment $17.83 (range $4.61 – $35.34)
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.

74.96/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality73.77
Promoting Interoperability94
Improvement Activities40
Cost47.75

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.

Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
301 UNIVERSITY BLVD
GALVESTON, TX 77555
Nurse Practitioner (Neonatal)
301 UNIVERSITY BLVD
GALVESTON, TX 77555
Surgery (Trauma Surgery)
301 UNIVERSITY BLVD
GALVESTON, TX 77555
Internal Medicine
301 UNIVERSITY BLVD
GALVESTON, TX 77555
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
301 UNIVERSITY BLVD, JSA 9.128
GALVESTON, TX 77555
Anesthesiology
301 UNIVERSITY BLVD
GALVESTON, TX 77555
Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)
301 UNIVERSITY BLVD
GALVESTON, TX 77555
Anesthesiology
301 UNIVERSITY BLVD
GALVESTON, TX 77555

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 Helen Silva's NPI number?

The NPI number for Helen Silva is 1609976505. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 22, 2006.

Where is Helen Silva located?

Helen Silva practices at 301 University Blvd, Galveston, TX 77555. The listed phone number is (409) 772-2222.

What is Helen Silva's specialty?

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

Is Helen Silva enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Helen Silva 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 Helen Silva accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Community Health Choice, Oscar Insurance Company and WellPoint list Helen Silva 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 Helen Silva affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Helen Silva is affiliated with University Of Texas Medical Branch Galveston.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Helen Silva was last updated on June 16, 2008. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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.