Paul Goodman Espy, M.D.

Urology

Paul Goodman Espy is an Urology specialist based in Waco, TX with over 25 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

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NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Patients across TX can see Paul Goodman Espy, M.D. in person in Waco or via virtual visit — no travel required. He graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine in 2001 and has 25+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).

At a glance

  • Prescribes opioids less than 29% of reporting doctors in Texas
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 272 Urology providers in TXSee all Urology in Waco25+ years experienceNPI since 2007

Older · 2063dNPPES updated 2020-09-29 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Texas Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

50 Hillcrest Medical Blvd Ste 102, Waco, TX 76712-8953

Fax: (254) 202-7949
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

2.48%

Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1

Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.6 pts)

2.48% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Medicare Patients

443

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

476

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

2,174

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $113k

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-7%)42%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+1%)35%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-3%)29%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here

Chronic Kidney Disease
Lower than avg (-2%)28%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
25%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Cancer
Higher than avg (+3%)24%

Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts

US avg: 20.8%

↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

Industry Payment Transparency

$257 received from industry

14 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier

View on CMS Open Payments →

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 Paul Goodman Espy's NPI.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2001

    Tulane University School of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Sep 28, 2020

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 25 years in practice

    Experienced

UrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A urologist manages benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and the adrenal gland. This specialist has comprehensive knowledge of and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous and open surgery of congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems and their contiguous structures.

Taxonomy: 208800000X

Education & Training

Tulane University School of Medicine (Class of 2001)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

Po Box 848491, Dallas, TX 75284-8491

Differs from practice location

Virtual Urology Care With Paul Goodman Espy

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Paul Goodman Espy for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Waco 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 Paul Goodman Espy

NPI records show Dr. Espy as active with telehealth listed in Waco, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (254) 202-7900.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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