Summary

Dr. Cynthia Luna-Salazar is an internal medicine physician who specializes in nephrology, focusing on the diagnosis and treatment of kidney-related conditions. She earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School and brings over two decades of experience to her practice. Dr. Luna-Salazar is fluent in both English and Spanish, helping her connect with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Luna-Salazar practices at Harlingen Medical Center and maintains additional locations throughout Harlingen, Texas. She focuses on treating patients with chronic kidney disease, including those with advanced stage 5 kidney disease who require specialized care. Her expertise includes performing dialysis procedures and continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis to help patients manage their kidney function. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.2 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in her compassionate and thorough approach to kidney care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 22 years of experience
  • 86 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School
  • 5 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Cynthia Luna-Salazar has 3 locations

Cynthia Luna-Salazar Md Pa

1722 S Carolina St Ste BHarlingen, TX 78550
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Harlingen Medical Center

5501 S Expressway 77Harlingen, TX 78550

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Dr. Cynthia Luna-Salazar, MDDr. Tamarah A. Aldawoodi, MDDr. Adewumi Bakare DMSc, PA-CDr. Claudia Makhoul, MD
Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
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4.2 
4.1 
22 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Arabic Speaks English, Spanish, Yoruba, French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, Chinese (Mandarin) Speaks Arabic, English, French
Harlingen , TXHouston , TXMesquite , TXHouston , TX
Med School: University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School Med School: Al-Nahrain University College Of Medicine Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Cynthia Luna-Salazar

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Allwell
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - EPO
  • Ambetter - HMO
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - PPO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CarePlus Health Plans (Florida Medicare)
  • CareSource
  • Cenpatico
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Community Health Choice
  • Driscoll Health Plan
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • Gateway Health
  • GEHA
  • Health Alliance
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Parkland Community Health Plan
  • Physicians Mutual
  • PreferredOne
  • Priority Health
  • Prominence Health Plan
  • Prominence Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Superior HealthPlan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Sutter Health Plus
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • Texas Independence Health Plan (TIHP)
  • The Health Plan of the Upper Ohio Valley, Inc.
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Tricare
  • Tricare - PPO
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare
  • WPS Health Plan
  • Zenith

Medical Specialties

Dr. Cynthia Luna-Salazar has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Cynthia Luna-Salazar has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
  • Chronic Renal Disease
  • Dialysis
  • End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)
  • Kidney Biopsy
  • Nephrology
  • Peritoneal Dialysis
  • Urinalysis

Certifications, License, & Education

22 Years Experience

Dr. Cynthia Luna-Salazar holds an active medical license in the state of Texas.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Texas that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School in 2004.

NPI Number

Dr. Luna-Salazar's NPI number is 1598967366.

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Dr. Cynthia Luna-Salazar's office is located at 1722 S Carolina St Ste B, Harlingen, TX, 78550.
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Dr. Cynthia Luna-Salazar speaks English and Spanish.
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