Dan Franklin Martin, M.D.
Dan Franklin Martin is a Surgery specialist based in Corpus Christi, TX with over 22 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Dan Franklin Martin, M.D. runs an independent surgery specialist practice in Corpus Christi, TX. A University of Texas Southwestern Medical School at Dallas graduate since 2004, he brings 22+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 88% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 970dNPPES updated 2023-09-27 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Texas Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
6133 Parkway, Corpus Christi, TX 78414-2459
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better23.45%
Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+18.4 pts)
23.45% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better95.1%
Texas avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12.3 pts)
Better than 88% of reporting doctors in TexasHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
174
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
257
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
469
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $6k
Percentile rankings compared against 4,889 reporting peers in Texas.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.8k received from industry
6 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Dan Franklin Martin's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2004
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Board certified · Sep 26, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
22 years in practice
Experienced
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Taxonomy: 208600000X
Education & Training
University of Texas Southwestern Medical School at Dallas (Class of 2004)
Virtual Surgery Care With Dan Franklin Martin
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Dan Franklin Martin for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Corpus Christi required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dan Franklin Martin
Dr. Martin is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Corpus Christi, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (361) 881-8333.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
6133 Parkway, Corpus Christi, TX 78414-2459
Mailing Address
6133 Parkway, Corpus Christi, TX 78414-2459
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