Luis Velasquez Zarate, M.D
NPI 1003221235 · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician · Augusta, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pathology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Luis Velasquez Zarate, M.D is a Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician provider in Augusta, GA (NPI 1003221235).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1003221235
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 92967 (GA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
11 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,134 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 454 | $34 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Each Additional Procedure88341 | 144 | $26 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Moderately High Complexity88307 | 107 | $75 |
| Cell Examination of Specimen, Concentration Technique88108 | 90 | $21 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Initial Procedure88342 | 74 | $32 |
| Pathology Examination of Specimen During Surgery, First Tissue Block88331 | 68 | $57 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 7703 Floyd Curl DrSan Antonio, TX 78229-3901Phone: (210) 567-4000Fax: (210) 567-6729
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2014-06-26
- Last updated
- 2026-04-16
- Certified
- 2026-04-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Luis Velasquez Zarate's NPI number?
- Luis Velasquez Zarate's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1003221235, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Luis Velasquez Zarate's specialty?
- Luis Velasquez Zarate is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Luis Velasquez Zarate located?
- Luis Velasquez Zarate's practice location on file with NPPES is 1120 15th St, Augusta, GA 30912-0004.
- What is Luis Velasquez Zarate's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Luis Velasquez Zarate is (706) 721-2771.
- Does Luis Velasquez Zarate accept Medicare?
- Luis Velasquez Zarate is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Luis Velasquez Zarate's NPI active?
- Yes — Luis Velasquez Zarate's NPI (1003221235) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-04-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.