Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Santiago Cardenas, MD
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: General Practice) · Hialeah, FL
- NPI 1245238203
- Accepts Medicare
- 60 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
881 E 2Nd Ave
Hialeah, FL 330104205
(305) 882-1100
fax (305) 887-3273 - Mailing address
-
135 E 9Th St
Hialeah, FL 330104254
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 30, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 1966 — 60 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Florida #ME81032
- Medicaid
- FL #257389000
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1245238203. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
211
Distinct HCPCS
1
Medicare allowed
$20,233
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 211 | 50 | $96 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 27 peers in Hialeah Family Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 156. This provider delivers 1.4× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,403
Patients
288
Total drug cost
$34,538
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 178 | 32 | $7,908 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 164 | 30 | $2,029 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 148 | 30 | $2,701 |
| Simvastatin | Generic | 123 | 28 | $1,657 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | Generic | 96 | 24 | $2,990 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 87 | 15 | $3,556 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 74 | 14 | $1,173 |
| Clopidogrel (Clopidogrel Bisulfate) | Brand | 70 | 14 | $1,270 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 69 | 17 | $1,746 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 66 | 12 | $974 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Santiago Cardenas's medical specialty?
Dr. Santiago Cardenas practices Family Medicine Physician in Hialeah, FL.
Where does Dr. Santiago Cardenas practice?
Dr. Santiago Cardenas practices at 881 E 2Nd Ave, Hialeah, FL 330104205. Office phone: 3058821100.
What is Dr. Santiago Cardenas's NPI?
Dr. Santiago Cardenas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245238203, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Santiago Cardenas accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Santiago Cardenas accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Santiago Cardenas commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.