Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Darren Samples, M.D.
Anesthesiology Physician (CMS: Anesthesiology) · Anesthesiology Physician · Galveston, TX
- NPI 1144674896
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 82.7 / 100 · 2023
- 10 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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301 University Blvd
Galveston, TX 775550877
(409) 772-1221
fax (409) 772-1224 - Additional location
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4502 Medical Dr
San Antonio, TX 782294402
(210) 358-4000
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2016 — 10 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 22, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2016 — 10 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207L00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Texas #S6510 · Texas #BP10057139
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1144674896. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
67
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$3,870
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
36620 |
Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin | 40 | 39 | $42 | |
36556 |
Insertion of non-tunneled central venous tube for infusion (5 years or older) | 14 | 14 | $77 | |
00731 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope | 13 | 13 | $85 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 28 peers in this city , average services per provider: 35. This provider delivers 1.9× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$16
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Inc | 1 | $16.08 |
By nature of payment
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Darren Samples's medical specialty?
Dr. Darren Samples practices Anesthesiology Physician in Galveston, TX.
Where does Dr. Darren Samples practice?
Dr. Darren Samples practices at 301 University Blvd, Galveston, TX 775550877. Office phone: 4097721221.
What is Dr. Darren Samples's NPI?
Dr. Darren Samples's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1144674896, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Darren Samples accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Darren Samples accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Darren Samples commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin (HCPCS 36620); Insertion of non-tunneled central venous tube for infusion (5 years or older) (HCPCS 36556); Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope (HCPCS 00731). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.