Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Steven Vela, M.D.
Surgery Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · Corpus Christi, TX
- NPI 1831134816
- Accepts Medicare
- 25 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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5802 Saratoga Blvd Ste 120
Corpus Christi, TX 784144253
(361) 881-3476
fax (361) 267-3478
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 4, 2026
- Year of graduation
- 2001 — 25 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #M3778
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1831134816. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
156
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$18,406
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 55 | 43 | $123 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 38 | 38 | $109 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 21 | 21 | $151 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 16 | 13 | $88 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 14 | 13 | $55 | |
G0121 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual not meeting criteria for high risk | 12 | 12 | $178 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 9 peers in this city , average services per provider: 34. This provider delivers 4.6× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$7,956
Transactions
12
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| INTUITIVE SURGICAL, INC. | 9 | $7,880.97 | |
| Sirius Medical Systems | 1 | $34.20 | |
| Molli Surgical (us) Inc | 1 | $23.18 | |
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 1 | $18.14 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
81
Patients
66
Total drug cost
$262
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 69 | 66 | $221 |
| Ibuprofen | Generic | 12 | 0 | $42 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Steven Vela's medical specialty?
Dr. Steven Vela practices Surgery Physician in Corpus Christi, TX.
Where does Dr. Steven Vela practice?
Dr. Steven Vela practices at 5802 Saratoga Blvd Ste 120, Corpus Christi, TX 784144253. Office phone: 3618813476.
What is Dr. Steven Vela's NPI?
Dr. Steven Vela's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831134816, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Steven Vela accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Steven Vela accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Steven Vela commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.