Ernesto De La Torre, MD
NPI 1073592770 · Family Medicine Physician · Cullowhee, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ernesto De La Torre, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Cullowhee, NC (NPI 1073592770).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1073592770
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2007-01817 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure38% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness38% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint23% of score
1 documented practice location
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 prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 147 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Losartan Potassium | 463 | 135 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 438 | 137 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 384 | 111 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 376 | 109 |
| Lisinopril | 340 | 94 |
| Omeprazole | 272 | 88 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-01-11
- Last updated
- 2026-04-23
- Certified
- 2026-04-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ernesto De La Torre's NPI number?
- Ernesto De La Torre's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1073592770, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ernesto De La Torre's specialty?
- Ernesto De La Torre is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ernesto De La Torre located?
- Ernesto De La Torre's practice location on file with NPPES is 3971 Little Savannah Rd, Cullowhee, NC 28723-5804.
- What is Ernesto De La Torre's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ernesto De La Torre is (828) 257-4719.
- Does Ernesto De La Torre accept Medicare?
- Ernesto De La Torre is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ernesto De La Torre's NPI active?
- Yes — Ernesto De La Torre's NPI (1073592770) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-04-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.