Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Edward Contreras, MD
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Waco, TX
- NPI 1609826445
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 38 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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364 Richland West Cir, Suite A
Waco, TX 767127919
(254) 537-0911
fax (254) 537-0293
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 24, 2012
- Year of graduation
- 1988 — 38 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #H6128
- Medicaid
- TX #105547701
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1609826445. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
791
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$102,600
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 182 | 179 | $97 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 146 | 140 | $240 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 89 | 89 | $82 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 68 | 68 | $159 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 62 | 56 | $123 | |
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 58 | 41 | $44 | |
43248 |
Insertion of guide wire with dilation of esophagus using a flexible endoscope | 38 | 37 | $138 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 38 | 37 | $122 | |
43235 |
Diagnostic exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 32 | 32 | $103 | |
91010 |
Study of esophagus to assess movement | 25 | 25 | $62 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in Waco Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 43. This provider delivers 18× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$730
Transactions
27
Manufacturers
10
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Genzyme Corporation | 4 | $194.79 | |
| Phathom Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 11 | $181.75 | |
| Axonics, INC. | 1 | $142.20 | |
| Celgene Corporation | 4 | $73.15 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 2 | $47.91 | |
| Astellas Pharma US INC | 1 | $23.02 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 1 | $19.00 | |
| Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, INC | 1 | $18.95 | |
| Enterra Medical, INC. | 1 | $15.49 | |
| Medtronic, INC. | 1 | $13.92 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
452
Patients
233
Total drug cost
$28,311
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 200 | 82 | $3,030 |
| Gavilyte-G (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 66 | 65 | $1,269 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 48 | 20 | $798 |
| Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf (Sodium, Potassium,Mag Sulfates) | Brand | 40 | 40 | $3,197 |
| Mesalamine | Generic | 26 | 0 | $14,482 |
| Peg-3350 and Electrolytes (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 26 | 26 | $508 |
| Diphenoxylate-Atropine (Diphenoxylate Hcl/Atropine) | Brand | 20 | 0 | $941 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 14 | 0 | $196 |
| Dexlansoprazole Dr (Dexlansoprazole) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $3,891 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Edward Contreras's medical specialty?
Dr. Edward Contreras practices Gastroenterology Physician in Waco, TX.
Where does Dr. Edward Contreras practice?
Dr. Edward Contreras practices at 364 Richland West Cir, Waco, TX 767127919. Office phone: 2545370911.
What is Dr. Edward Contreras's NPI?
Dr. Edward Contreras's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609826445, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Edward Contreras accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Edward Contreras accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Edward Contreras commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 45380); Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare (HCPCS 45385); Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43239). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.