Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Michael Fuentes, M.D.
Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician (CMS: Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation) · Corpus Christi, TX
- NPI 1689721383
- Accepts Medicare
- 34 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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5656 S Staples St, Ste 252
Corpus Christi, TX 784114655
(361) 888-7716
fax (361) 888-7718 - Mailing address
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5402 Wooldridge RD
Corpus Christi, TX 784133837
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 5, 2014
- Year of graduation
- 1992 — 34 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2081P2900X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #K4062
- Medicaid
- TX #030121001
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1689721383. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,157
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$81,310
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 509 | 111 | $48 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 475 | 109 | $76 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 66 | 62 | $125 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 61 | 31 | $122 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 46 | 44 | $114 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 231. This provider delivers 5.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$110
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc. | 1 | $68.95 | |
| Straumann USA LLC | 1 | $41.31 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
265
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$15,965
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 33 | 0 | $150 |
| Baclofen | Generic | 31 | 0 | $779 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 24 | 0 | $606 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 19 | 0 | $167 |
| Morphine Sulfate Er (Morphine Sulfate) | Brand | 18 | 0 | $234 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 17 | 0 | $77 |
| Fluoxetine Hcl | Generic | 16 | 0 | $79 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 16 | 0 | $614 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 15 | 0 | $107 |
| Oxycontin (Oxycodone Hcl) | Brand | 15 | 0 | $11,715 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Michael Fuentes's medical specialty?
Dr. Michael Fuentes practices Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician in Corpus Christi, TX.
Where does Dr. Michael Fuentes practice?
Dr. Michael Fuentes practices at 5656 S Staples St, Corpus Christi, TX 784114655. Office phone: 3618887716.
What is Dr. Michael Fuentes's NPI?
Dr. Michael Fuentes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689721383, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Michael Fuentes accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Michael Fuentes accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Michael Fuentes commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99231); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making (HCPCS 99222). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.