Melva Palacios, M.D.
Patients across TX can see Melva Palacios, M.D. in person in Edinburg or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at University of Texas Medical School at San Antonio (class of 2002), she has been practicing for over 24 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and diabetes (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 42% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Uses generic medications more than 47% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 693dNPPES updated 2024-06-12 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2722 W Canton Rd, Edinburg, TX 78539-6632
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.19%
Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.9 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Texas1.19% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better87.2%
Texas avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+4.4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in TexasHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
214
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
509
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
5,563
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $599k
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Diabetes.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-16%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2002
Ut Health San Antonio Joe R. and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine
Board certified · Jun 11, 2024
CMS-verified certification date
24 years in practice
Experienced
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
University of Texas Medical School at San Antonio (Class of 2002)
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Melva Palacios
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Melva Palacios for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Edinburg 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 Melva Palacios
NPI records show Dr. Palacios as active with telehealth listed in Edinburg, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (956) 383-4157.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Melva Palacios
Practice Location
2722 W Canton Rd, Edinburg, TX 78539-6632
Mailing Address
2722 W Canton Rd, Edinburg, TX 78539-6632
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