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Dr. Joaquin Cigarroa, MD
Interventional Cardiology Physician (CMS: Interventional Cardiology) · Internal Medicine Physician · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Laredo, TX
- NPI 1669818860
- Accepts Medicare
- 13 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1710 E Saunders St Ste 500
Laredo, TX 780415443
(956) 725-1228
fax (956) 764-8023
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2013 — 13 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 14, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2013 — 13 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RI0011X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #Q3165
- Medicaid
- TX #358110001
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1669818860. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
357
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$28,479
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
93306 |
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function | 45 | 45 | $67 | |
99152 |
Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes | 36 | 33 | $12 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 34 | 17 | $78 | |
93000 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report | 29 | 29 | $14 | |
93016 |
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with supervision by physician | 28 | 28 | $21 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 23 | 14 | $117 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 20 | 17 | $128 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 18 | 18 | $171 | |
93325 |
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate and valve function | 16 | 16 | $3 | |
85610 |
Blood test, clotting time | 15 | 12 | $4 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Laredo Interventional Cardiology Physician, average services per provider: 63. This provider delivers 5.7× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$2,294
Transactions
35
Manufacturers
11
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bard Peripheral Vascular, INC. | 8 | $1,039.34 | |
| Amgen INC. | 11 | $364.28 | |
| Abbott Laboratories | 2 | $261.43 | |
| ShockWave Medical, INC | 2 | $142.24 | |
| Abiomed | 2 | $138.11 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 5 | $115.65 | |
| Biotronik INC. | 1 | $102.00 | |
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 1 | $72.47 | |
| Janssen Pharmaceuticals, INC | 1 | $23.48 | |
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 1 | $20.33 | |
| Scpharmaceuticals INC. | 1 | $14.96 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
474
Patients
198
Total drug cost
$40,488
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clopidogrel (Clopidogrel Bisulfate) | Brand | 116 | 44 | $1,486 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 100 | 42 | $1,114 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 48 | 18 | $701 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 39 | 24 | $423 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 36 | 14 | $35,122 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 28 | 17 | $227 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 28 | 15 | $472 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 22 | 12 | $213 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | Generic | 17 | 12 | $80 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 15 | 0 | $96 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joaquin Cigarroa's medical specialty?
Dr. Joaquin Cigarroa practices Interventional Cardiology Physician in Laredo, TX.
Where does Dr. Joaquin Cigarroa practice?
Dr. Joaquin Cigarroa practices at 1710 E Saunders St Ste 500, Laredo, TX 780415443. Office phone: 9567251228.
What is Dr. Joaquin Cigarroa's NPI?
Dr. Joaquin Cigarroa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1669818860, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joaquin Cigarroa accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joaquin Cigarroa accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joaquin Cigarroa commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function (HCPCS 93306); Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older) (HCPCS 99152); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.