DR. MANUEL J PALAFOX DO
NPI 1952301137
Internal Medicine in El Paso, TX

Active since July 28, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1387 GEORGE DIETER DR BLDG B, EL PASO, TX 79936(915) 275-0224(915) 275-0225 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 27, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Manuel J Palafox Do NPPES

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

DR. MANUEL J PALAFOX DO (NPI 1952301137) is an individual internal medicine provider in El Paso, Texas, licensed in Texas (L6136) and active in the NPI registry since July 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2001).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1952301137
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. MANUEL J PALAFOXCredential: DO
Location Address1387 GEORGE DIETER DR BLDG BEl Paso, TX 79936-7410
Mailing Address1387 George Dieter Dr Bldg BEl Paso, TX 79936-7410 · (915) 275-0224 · Fax (915) 275-0225
Fax(915) 275-0225
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2001
Enumeration DateJuly 28, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 27, 2023
NPPES CertifiedDecember 27, 2023
NPI 1952301137 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in TX · L6136
Definition

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

1387 GEORGE DIETER DR BLDG B, El Paso, TX 79936

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

Dr. Manuel J Palafox Do 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 ID941270235
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040727001014
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 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.
56 services30 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.
45 services29 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.
30 services29 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 79936 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
$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.

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.

Reported Quality Measures

Diabetes: Medical Attention for Nephropathy
The percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a nephropathy screening test or evidence of nephropathy during the measurement period
67%156 patients3/55-star benchmark: 99%
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.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
4 suppliers12 claims56 services$7.04 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

Family Medicine
1387 GEORGE DIETER DR BLDG B
EL PASO, TX 79936
Internal Medicine
1387 GEORGE DIETER DR BLDG B
EL PASO, TX 79936

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 Manuel Palafox's NPI number?

The NPI number for Manuel Palafox is 1952301137. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 28, 2005.

Where is Manuel Palafox located?

Manuel Palafox practices at 1387 George Dieter Dr Bldg B, El Paso, TX 79936. The listed phone number is (915) 275-0224.

What is Manuel Palafox's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Manuel Palafox enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Manuel Palafox 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 Manuel Palafox accept?

Health plans from Baylor Scott and White Health Plan, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Molina Healthcare list Manuel Palafox 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 Manuel Palafox was last updated on December 27, 2023. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.