Nelson Garay, M.D.
NPI 1154795284 · Family Medicine Physician · Laredo, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nelson Garay, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Laredo, TX (NPI 1154795284).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1154795284
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- BP10057521 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
10 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,037 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 .
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 45 Minutes99310 | 1,608 | $146 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 235 | $106 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 116 | $113 |
| Initial Nursing Facility Care With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 50 Minutes Or More99306 | 30 | $172 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, 30 Minutes Or Less99238 | 22 | $77 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 116 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 557 | 183 |
| Metformin Hcl | 365 | 116 |
| Losartan Potassium | 321 | 93 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 238 | 52 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 191 | 56 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 155 | 65 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$312 across 11 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2015-12-01
- Last updated
- 2024-05-01
- Certified
- 2024-05-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nelson Garay's NPI number?
- Nelson Garay's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1154795284, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nelson Garay's specialty?
- Nelson Garay is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nelson Garay located?
- Nelson Garay's practice location on file with NPPES is 1701 Island, Laredo, TX 78041-3054.
- What is Nelson Garay's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nelson Garay is (956) 625-1729.
- Does Nelson Garay accept Medicare?
- Nelson Garay is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nelson Garay's NPI active?
- Yes — Nelson Garay's NPI (1154795284) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-05-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.