Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Cristina Salmon Echanique, M.D.
Pulmonary Disease Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · Internal Medicine Physician · Nashville, TN
- NPI 1326499161
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 92.8 / 100 · 2023
- 13 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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3601 the Vanderbilt Clinic
Nashville, TN 372321622
(615) 936-2000 - Additional location
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550 S Jackson St Rm A3R40
Louisville, KY 402021622
(502) 852-5841
fax (502) 588-4601 - Mailing address
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3841 Green Hills Village Dr
Nashville, TN 372152691
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2016 — 10 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 14, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 2013 — 13 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RP1001X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Tennessee #65919 · Kentucky #52348
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1326499161. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
91
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$10,646
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
31624 |
Irrigation and suction of lung airways to obtain cells using an endoscope | 20 | 20 | $44 | |
31652 |
Exam of lung airways and sampling of lymph nodes using an endoscope and ultrasound guidance, 1-2 lymph nodes | 16 | 16 | $189 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 16 | 16 | $159 | |
32555 |
Aspiration of fluid from chest cavity using imaging guidance | 14 | 12 | $85 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 13 | 12 | $126 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 12 | 12 | $114 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 40 peers in this city , average services per provider: 77. This provider delivers 1.2× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$945
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| INTUITIVE SURGICAL, INC. | 1 | $500.00 | |
| Pulmonx Corporation | 2 | $412.59 | |
| Cook Incorporated | 1 | $32.43 |
By nature of payment
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Cristina Salmon Echanique's medical specialty?
Dr. Cristina Salmon Echanique practices Pulmonary Disease Physician in Nashville, TN.
Where does Dr. Cristina Salmon Echanique practice?
Dr. Cristina Salmon Echanique practices at 3601 the Vanderbilt Clinic, Nashville, TN 372321622. Office phone: 6159362000.
What is Dr. Cristina Salmon Echanique's NPI?
Dr. Cristina Salmon Echanique's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1326499161, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Cristina Salmon Echanique accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Cristina Salmon Echanique accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Cristina Salmon Echanique commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Irrigation and suction of lung airways to obtain cells using an endoscope (HCPCS 31624); Exam of lung airways and sampling of lymph nodes using an endoscope and ultrasound guidance, 1-2 lymph nodes (HCPCS 31652); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99205). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.