Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ricardo Cardenas, MD
Anesthesiology Physician (CMS: Anesthesiology) · Pittsburgh, PA
- NPI 1659338945
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 92.5 / 100 · 2023
- 36 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
320 E North Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 152124756
(412) 359-6581
fax (412) 359-3483 - Additional location
-
690 Canton St, Suite 325
Westwood, MA 020902321
(781) 407-7713
fax (781) 407-0998
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 2, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 1990 — 36 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207L00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Pennsylvania #MD449349
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1659338945. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
135
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$11,212
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
00731 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope | 42 | 42 | $80 | |
00811 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope | 29 | 29 | $75 | |
36620 |
Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin | 20 | 20 | $44 | |
00520 |
Anesthesia for other closed procedure on chest | 18 | 18 | $122 | |
00813 |
Anesthesia for procedure on small and large bowel using an endoscope | 14 | 14 | $87 | |
00732 |
Anesthesia for procedure on gallbladder, pancreas, or liver using an endoscope | 12 | 11 | $114 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 111 peers in this city , average services per provider: 32. This provider delivers 4.2× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$22
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medline Industries LP | 1 | $21.73 |
By nature of payment
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ricardo Cardenas's medical specialty?
Dr. Ricardo Cardenas practices Anesthesiology Physician in Pittsburgh, PA.
Where does Dr. Ricardo Cardenas practice?
Dr. Ricardo Cardenas practices at 320 E North Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 152124756. Office phone: 4123596581.
What is Dr. Ricardo Cardenas's NPI?
Dr. Ricardo Cardenas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659338945, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ricardo Cardenas accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ricardo Cardenas accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ricardo Cardenas commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope (HCPCS 00731); Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope (HCPCS 00811); Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin (HCPCS 36620). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.