Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Fermin Romero-Arreola, M.D.
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician (CMS: Vascular Surgery) · Surgery Physician · Laredo, TX
- NPI 1396717872
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 95.4 / 100 · 2023
- 36 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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702 E Calton RD Ste 202B
Laredo, TX 780413990
(956) 796-0269
fax (956) 796-9750 - Additional location
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6010 McPherson RD Ste 200
Laredo, TX 780416208
(956) 727-2362
fax (956) 727-2363 - Mailing address
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1520 E San Pedro St, Ste 201
Laredo, TX 780415429
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 14, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1990 — 36 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208G00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #M 2234
- Medicaid
- TX #177514001
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1396717872. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
955
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$126,735
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 275 | 100 | $87 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 141 | 43 | $63 | |
99221 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes | 124 | 111 | $80 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 104 | 47 | $76 | |
11046 |
Removal of muscle and/or tissue, each additional 20.0 sq cm or less | 78 | 18 | $52 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 51 | 51 | $107 | |
36471 |
Injection of chemical agent into multiple incompetent veins of leg | 33 | 11 | $184 | |
11043 |
Removal of muscle and/or tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less | 30 | 21 | $105 | |
93970 |
Ultrasound study of arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers | 25 | 22 | $180 | |
36478 |
Laser destruction of incompetent vein of arm or leg using imaging guidance | 20 | 13 | $936 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Laredo Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician, average services per provider: 48. This provider delivers 20× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$765
Transactions
10
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philips North America LLC | 5 | $671.42 | |
| Smith+Nephew, INC. | 4 | $74.98 | |
| Melinta Therapeutics, LLC | 1 | $18.16 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
920
Patients
557
Total drug cost
$23,456
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levofloxacin | Generic | 212 | 130 | $1,843 |
| Tramadol Hcl-Acetaminophen (Tramadol Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 186 | 137 | $1,126 |
| Cilostazol | Generic | 82 | 27 | $1,000 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 74 | 64 | $480 |
| Mupirocin | Generic | 68 | 43 | $562 |
| Clotrimazole-Betamethasone (Clotrimazole/Betamethasone Dip) | Brand | 51 | 16 | $1,909 |
| Spironolactone | Generic | 48 | 28 | $372 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 44 | 28 | $1,086 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 34 | 16 | $204 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 28 | 27 | $285 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Fermin Romero-Arreola's medical specialty?
Dr. Fermin Romero-Arreola practices Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician in Laredo, TX.
Where does Dr. Fermin Romero-Arreola practice?
Dr. Fermin Romero-Arreola practices at 702 E Calton RD Ste 202B, Laredo, TX 780413990. Office phone: 9567960269.
What is Dr. Fermin Romero-Arreola's NPI?
Dr. Fermin Romero-Arreola's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396717872, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Fermin Romero-Arreola accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Fermin Romero-Arreola accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Fermin Romero-Arreola commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99221). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.