Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Amado Zurita-Saavedra, M.D.
Medical Oncology Physician (CMS: Medical Oncology) · Houston, TX
- NPI 1023168168
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 79.4 / 100 · 2023
- 33 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1515 Holcombe Blvd
Houston, TX 770304009
(713) 792-6161 - Mailing address
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Po Box 4439
Houston, TX 772104439
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 6, 2012
- Year of graduation
- 1993 — 33 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RX0202X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #N7768
- Medicaid
- TX #193444001
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1023168168. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
603
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$83,185
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 366 | 217 | $144 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 112 | 78 | $98 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 82 | 82 | $182 | |
99443 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes | 19 | 16 | $98 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 13 | 12 | $67 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 11 | 11 | $176 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 72 peers in this city , average services per provider: 632. This provider delivers 1.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$4,709
Transactions
16
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exelixis Inc. | 11 | $4,260.96 | |
| PFIZER INC. | 2 | $160.86 | |
| Janssen Scientific Affairs, LLC | 1 | $136.08 | |
| Astellas Pharma Global Development | 1 | $121.98 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 1 | $29.10 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
733
Patients
117
Total drug cost
$3,502,843
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | Generic | 167 | 37 | $895 |
| Abiraterone Acetate | Generic | 154 | 29 | $119,485 |
| Nubeqa (Darolutamide) | Brand | 99 | 18 | $1,386,219 |
| Xtandi (Enzalutamide) | Brand | 87 | 17 | $1,312,925 |
| Orgovyx (Relugolix) | Brand | 75 | 16 | $203,961 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | Generic | 29 | 0 | $256 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 24 | 0 | $604 |
| Nifedipine Er (Nifedipine) | Brand | 24 | 0 | $517 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 18 | 0 | $106 |
| Dutasteride | Generic | 17 | 0 | $1,183 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Amado Zurita-Saavedra's medical specialty?
Dr. Amado Zurita-Saavedra practices Medical Oncology Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Amado Zurita-Saavedra practice?
Dr. Amado Zurita-Saavedra practices at 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 770304009. Office phone: 7137926161.
What is Dr. Amado Zurita-Saavedra's NPI?
Dr. Amado Zurita-Saavedra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1023168168, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Amado Zurita-Saavedra accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Amado Zurita-Saavedra accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Amado Zurita-Saavedra commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99205). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.