Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Alvaro Hernandez, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · El Paso, TX
- NPI 1013915503
- Accepts Medicare
- 44 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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4646 N Mesa
El Paso, TX 799123584
(915) 313-6300
fax (915) 313-6300 - Mailing address
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4646 N Mesa St
El Paso, TX 799126104
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 2, 2017
- Year of graduation
- 1982 — 44 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #G3459
- Medicaid
- TX #110328504
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1013915503. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,082
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$111,585
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 1,088 | 140 | $1 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 276 | 196 | $85 | |
73564 |
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views | 201 | 142 | $44 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 195 | 140 | $72 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 83 | 83 | $107 | |
73560 |
X-ray of knee, 1-2 views | 64 | 50 | $31 | |
27447 |
Replacement of knee joint, both sides of knee | 40 | 39 | $1,198 | |
72170 |
X-ray of pelvis, 1-2 views | 36 | 36 | $27 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 35 | 28 | $53 | |
73502 |
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views | 33 | 23 | $45 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 17 peers in El Paso Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 154. This provider delivers 14× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,881
Transactions
23
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stryker Corporation | 22 | $1,864.75 | |
| Pacira Pharmaceuticals Incorporated | 1 | $16.08 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,638
Patients
854
Total drug cost
$14,625
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acetaminophen-Codeine (Acetaminophen With Codeine) | Brand | 468 | 238 | $4,200 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 234 | 107 | $1,017 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 217 | 121 | $677 |
| Ibuprofen | Generic | 176 | 96 | $2,240 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 107 | 48 | $3,398 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 97 | 61 | $419 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 91 | 58 | $521 |
| Penicillin V Potassium | Generic | 85 | 43 | $340 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 50 | 18 | $1,067 |
| Promethazine Hcl | Generic | 26 | 23 | $143 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Alvaro Hernandez's medical specialty?
Dr. Alvaro Hernandez practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in El Paso, TX.
Where does Dr. Alvaro Hernandez practice?
Dr. Alvaro Hernandez practices at 4646 N Mesa, El Paso, TX 799123584. Office phone: 9153136300.
What is Dr. Alvaro Hernandez's NPI?
Dr. Alvaro Hernandez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1013915503, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Alvaro Hernandez accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Alvaro Hernandez accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Alvaro Hernandez commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); X-ray of knee, 4 or more views (HCPCS 73564). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.