Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Melva Palacios, M.D.
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Edinburg, TX
- NPI 1417966292
- Accepts Medicare
- 24 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2722 W Canton RD
Edinburg, TX 785396632
(956) 383-4157
fax (956) 383-5457
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 12, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2002 — 24 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #L7837
- Medicaid
- TX #177529801
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1417966292. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,387
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$99,592
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 443 | 188 | $8 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 406 | 178 | $119 | |
81003 |
Automated urinalysis test | 332 | 161 | $2 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 318 | 135 | $85 | |
85025 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count | 242 | 155 | $8 | |
96372 |
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle | 154 | 50 | $13 | |
87428 |
Detection test by immunoassay technique for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus and influenza | 101 | 65 | $54 | |
J1885 |
Injection, ketorolac tromethamine, per 15 mg | 100 | 23 | $1 | |
87880 |
Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for streptococcus, group a (strep) | 54 | 41 | $15 | |
G0444 |
Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes | 54 | 54 | $17 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 21 peers in this city , average services per provider: 89. This provider delivers 27× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,385
Patients
834
Total drug cost
$147,182
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 320 | 107 | $4,675 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 238 | 91 | $3,340 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 224 | 73 | $1,812 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 210 | 73 | $1,558 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 189 | 76 | $2,908 |
| Montelukast Sodium | Generic | 181 | 62 | $2,561 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 160 | 68 | $1,486 |
| Alprazolam | Generic | 144 | 40 | $609 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 136 | 57 | $2,524 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 106 | 37 | $1,259 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Melva Palacios's medical specialty?
Dr. Melva Palacios practices Family Medicine Physician in Edinburg, TX.
Where does Dr. Melva Palacios practice?
Dr. Melva Palacios practices at 2722 W Canton RD, Edinburg, TX 785396632. Office phone: 9563834157.
What is Dr. Melva Palacios's NPI?
Dr. Melva Palacios's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417966292, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Melva Palacios accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Melva Palacios accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Melva Palacios commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Automated urinalysis test (HCPCS 81003). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.