Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Cristina Lopez-Penalver, M.D.,F.A.C.S.
Surgery Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · Miami, FL
- NPI 1124094024
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 92.2 / 100 · 2023
- 35 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
8900 N Kendall Dr
Miami, FL 331762118
(786) 596-2000 - Mailing address
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Po Box 198054
Atlanta, GA 303848054
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 30, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 1991 — 35 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Florida #ME71146
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1124094024. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
243
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$50,169
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 103 | 101 | $72 | |
19301 |
Partial removal of breast | 28 | 25 | $823 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 26 | 26 | $199 | |
38900 |
Imaging of lymph nodes during surgery | 24 | 24 | $176 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 19 | 17 | $106 | |
38525 |
Biopsy or removal of deep lymph nodes of underarm | 18 | 18 | $298 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 14 | 13 | $155 | |
76998 |
Ultrasonic guidance during surgery | 11 | 11 | $72 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 31 peers in Miami Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 47. This provider delivers 5.2× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$67
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gilead Sciences, INC. | 1 | $67.26 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
123
Patients
33
Total drug cost
$3,336
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ibandronate Sodium | Generic | 36 | 0 | $1,068 |
| Alendronate Sodium | Generic | 35 | 21 | $299 |
| Tamoxifen Citrate | Generic | 21 | 0 | $695 |
| Anastrozole | Generic | 20 | 12 | $599 |
| Raloxifene Hcl | Generic | 11 | 0 | $675 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Cristina Lopez-Penalver's medical specialty?
Dr. Cristina Lopez-Penalver practices Surgery Physician in Miami, FL.
Where does Dr. Cristina Lopez-Penalver practice?
Dr. Cristina Lopez-Penalver practices at 8900 N Kendall Dr, Miami, FL 331762118. Office phone: 7865962000.
What is Dr. Cristina Lopez-Penalver's NPI?
Dr. Cristina Lopez-Penalver's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1124094024, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Cristina Lopez-Penalver accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Cristina Lopez-Penalver accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Cristina Lopez-Penalver commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Partial removal of breast (HCPCS 19301); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99205). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.