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DON ALTER M.D.
NPI 1952321663
Anesthesiology in Edinburg, TX

Active since July 19, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
5501 S MCCOLL RD, EDINBURG, TX 78539(956) 661-0529(956) 618-4639 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Don Alter M.d. NPPES

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

DON ALTER M.D. (NPI 1952321663) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Edinburg, Texas, licensed in Texas (G7976) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Doctors Hosptal At Renaissance, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston (1984).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1952321663
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDON ALTERCredential: M.D.
Location Address5501 S MCCOLL RDEdinburg, TX 78539-9152
Mailing AddressPo Box 3449Mcallen, TX 78502-3449 · (956) 661-0529 · Fax (956) 618-4639
Phone(956) 661-0529
Fax(956) 618-4639
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical Branch At GalvestonGraduated 1984
Enumeration DateJuly 19, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
✔ NPI 1952321663 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · G7976
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
5501 S MCCOLL RD, Edinburg, TX 78539
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicare UPINC12782TX

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Molina Healthcare.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

Don Alter 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 ID1456322171
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040804001614
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.

Anesthesia for procedure to assess heart electrical activity 00537
Anesthesia for a procedure to assess heart electrical activity helps ensure comfort and relaxation. It involves administering medication that either numbs a specific area or makes you sleep temporarily. This allows doctors to safely examine your heart's electrical signals without causing discomfort.
21 services21 patients
Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620
This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.
12 services12 patients
Anesthesia for procedure on heart and large blood vessels 00560
Anesthesia for heart and large blood vessel procedures involves using medications to block sensation, ensuring you don't feel pain during surgery. It can be general (you're asleep) or regional (part of your body is numbed). It helps ensure comfort and safety throughout the operation.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Doctors Hosptal At Renaissance

Acute Care Hospitals · Edinburg, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipPhysician
CMS Certification Number450869
Location5501 South MccollEdinburg, TX 78539 · Hidalgo County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

MR. ADOLFO ARTEAGA APRN-CNP
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
5501 S MCCOLL RD
EDINBURG, TX 78539
Hidalgo County (956) 362-8677
HENRIETTA J PEYNADO MSN,RN,FNP-BC,OCN
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
5501 S MCCOLL RD
EDINBURG, TX 78539
Hidalgo County (956) 362-3780
DR. AMINADAB GODINA FLORES MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
5501 S MCCOLL RD
EDINBURG, TX 78539
Hidalgo County (956) 249-2739
MARIA SOSA
Specialist/Technologist, Other (Surgical Technologist)
5501 S MCCOLL RD
EDINBURG, TX 78539
Hidalgo County (956) 362-7451
SALMAN BANGASH MD
Internal Medicine
5501 S MCCOLL RD
EDINBURG, TX 78539
Hidalgo County (956) 362-3575
DR. MATTHEW BRADLEY WATSON CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
5501 S MCCOLL RD
EDINBURG, TX 78539
Hidalgo County (867) 795-6362
ASMA SALIH MOHAMMED TARJMANI
Internal Medicine
5501 S MCCOLL RD
EDINBURG, TX 78539
Hidalgo County (956) 369-5100
DAY SURGERY AT RENAISSANCE,LLC
Physician Assistant
5501 S MCCOLL RD
EDINBURG, TX 78539
Hidalgo County (956) 362-3300

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 Don Alter's NPI number?

The NPI number for Don Alter is 1952321663. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 19, 2006.

Where is Don Alter located?

Don Alter practices at 5501 S Mccoll Rd, Edinburg, TX 78539. The listed phone number is (956) 661-0529.

What is Don Alter's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Don Alter enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Don Alter 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 Don Alter accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Molina Healthcare list Don Alter 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 Don Alter affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Don Alter is affiliated with Doctors Hosptal At Renaissance.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Don Alter was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.