Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Savvas Poulos, M.D.
Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Harlingen, TX
- NPI 1396842084
- Accepts Medicare
- 41 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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2121 Pease St Ste 600
Harlingen, TX 785508326
(956) 215-8520 - Additional location
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1401 E 8Th St
Weslaco, TX 785966640
(956) 969-5237
fax (956) 968-6290 - Mailing address
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Po Box 5730
Belfast, ME 049155700
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 23, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1985 — 41 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207XS0106X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #J8091
- Medicaid (2)
- TX #0355935-06 · TX #0355935-05
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1396842084. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
591
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$30,310
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 150 | 61 | $1 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 68 | 57 | $85 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 67 | 67 | $107 | |
20550 |
Injection into tendon or ligament | 62 | 50 | $53 | |
73120 |
X-ray of hand, 2 views | 48 | 41 | $30 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 45 | 36 | $54 | |
73130 |
X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views | 44 | 42 | $35 | |
73110 |
X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views | 28 | 20 | $39 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 21 | 21 | $154 | |
73100 |
X-ray of wrist, 2 views | 20 | 14 | $33 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Harlingen Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 49. This provider delivers 12× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
168
Patients
159
Total drug cost
$592
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cephalexin | Generic | 92 | 84 | $274 |
| Acetaminophen-Codeine (Acetaminophen With Codeine) | Brand | 76 | 75 | $319 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Savvas Poulos's medical specialty?
Dr. Savvas Poulos practices Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician in Harlingen, TX.
Where does Dr. Savvas Poulos practice?
Dr. Savvas Poulos practices at 2121 Pease St Ste 600, Harlingen, TX 785508326. Office phone: 9562158520.
What is Dr. Savvas Poulos's NPI?
Dr. Savvas Poulos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396842084, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Savvas Poulos accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Savvas Poulos accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Savvas Poulos 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); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.