Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Andrew Palafox, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · El Paso, TX
- NPI 1700866407
- Accepts Medicare
- 37 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1720 Murchison
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 533-7465
fax (915) 534-5289
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 30, 2013
- Year of graduation
- 1989 — 37 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #K2552
- Medicaid
- TX #037301102
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1700866407. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
747
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$32,700
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 302 | 40 | $1 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 197 | 118 | $84 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 52 | 35 | $72 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 51 | 51 | $107 | |
73562 |
X-ray of knee, 3 views | 46 | 38 | $39 | |
73502 |
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views | 29 | 24 | $43 | |
73030 |
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views | 22 | 18 | $33 | |
72100 |
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views | 18 | 17 | $38 | |
73110 |
X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views | 18 | 11 | $39 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 12 | 11 | $115 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 17 peers in El Paso Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 154. This provider delivers 4.9× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$4,014
Transactions
37
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stryker Corporation | 35 | $3,918.48 | |
| Arthrex, INC. | 1 | $68.17 | |
| Medtronic, INC. | 1 | $27.40 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,110
Patients
357
Total drug cost
$14,135
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acetaminophen-Codeine (Acetaminophen With Codeine) | Brand | 233 | 109 | $2,713 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 233 | 69 | $1,718 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 185 | 73 | $2,871 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 128 | 34 | $1,703 |
| Ibuprofen | Generic | 88 | 27 | $841 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 45 | 0 | $170 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 42 | 16 | $2,564 |
| Naproxen | Generic | 36 | 15 | $464 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 33 | 14 | $177 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 26 | 0 | $278 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Andrew Palafox's medical specialty?
Dr. Andrew Palafox practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in El Paso, TX.
Where does Dr. Andrew Palafox practice?
Dr. Andrew Palafox practices at 1720 Murchison, El Paso, TX 79902. Office phone: 9155337465.
What is Dr. Andrew Palafox's NPI?
Dr. Andrew Palafox's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1700866407, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Andrew Palafox accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Andrew Palafox accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Andrew Palafox 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); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint (HCPCS 20610). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.