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DR. CARMEN G. ESCANDON M.D.
NPI 1790792687
Family Medicine in El Paso, TX

Active since August 02, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
550 S. MESA HILLS, SUITE C-2, EL PASO, TX 79912(915) 845-5700(915) 845-5706 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 7, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Carmen G. Escandon M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CARMEN G. ESCANDON M.D. (NPI 1790792687) is an individual family medicine provider in El Paso, Texas, licensed in Texas (L3959) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Sierra Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Medical School At Houston (1999).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1790792687
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CARMEN G. ESCANDONCredential: M.D.
Location Address550 S. MESA HILLS, SUITE C-2El Paso, TX 79912
Mailing Address550 S. Mesa Hills, Suite C-2El Paso, TX 79912 · (915) 845-5700 · Fax (915) 845-5706
Phone(915) 845-5700
Fax(915) 845-5706
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical School At HoustonGraduated 1999
Enumeration DateAugust 2, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 7, 2023
✔ NPI 1790792687 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · L3959
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
550 S. MESA HILLS, El Paso, TX 79912
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Other Identifiers 1

OtherJ0123937TX · Dps

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Baylor Scott and White Health Plan, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Imperial Insurance Companies, Inc. and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Carmen G. Escandon 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 ID1355310632
PECOS Enrollment IDI20041004000075
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 6

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 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.
237 services76 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
59 services40 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.
26 services26 patients
Urinalysis, manual test 81002
A urinalysis is a simple, non-invasive test that checks the urine for various elements such as sugar, protein, and signs of infection. It can help detect many common conditions, including kidney disease and diabetes. The manual test involves a lab technician examining a urine sample.
23 services16 patients
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.
14 services14 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Sierra Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · El Paso, TX
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450668
Location1625 Medical Center DrEl Paso, TX 79902 · El Paso County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 79912 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
$84.92 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$97.05 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
4 suppliers13 claims21 services$6.64 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
3 suppliers11 claims11 services$1.16 avg. paid by Medicare
Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, with mattress E0260
DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$28.47 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Carmen Escandon's NPI number?

The NPI number for Carmen Escandon is 1790792687. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 2, 2006.

Where is Carmen Escandon located?

Carmen Escandon practices at 550 S. Mesa Hills Suite C-2, El Paso, TX 79912. The listed phone number is (915) 845-5700.

What is Carmen Escandon's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Carmen Escandon enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Carmen Escandon 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 Carmen Escandon accept?

Health plans from Baylor Scott and White Health Plan, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Imperial Insurance Companies, Inc., Oscar Insurance Company and UnitedHealthcare list Carmen Escandon 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 Carmen Escandon affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Carmen Escandon is affiliated with Sierra Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Carmen Escandon was last updated on March 7, 2023. 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.