Esperanza Salazar, M.D.
NPI 1205167871 · Otolaryngology Physician · Pueblo, CO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Esperanza Salazar, M.D. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Pueblo, CO (NPI 1205167871).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1205167871
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- DR.0053723 (CO)
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
16 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
479 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 146 | $96 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Voice Box Using a Flexible Endoscope31575 | 85 | $136 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 68 | $118 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 54 | $44 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 50 | $175 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Nasal Passages Using an Endoscope31231 | 46 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | 160 | 71 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 97 | 46 |
| Mupirocin | 47 | 29 |
| Omeprazole | 40 | 18 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 37 | 25 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 35 | 20 |
| Montelukast Sodium | 31 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$91 across 4 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
- 2010-01-21
- Last updated
- 2014-07-31
Frequently asked questions
- What is Esperanza Salazar's NPI number?
- Esperanza Salazar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205167871, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Esperanza Salazar's specialty?
- Esperanza Salazar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Esperanza Salazar located?
- Esperanza Salazar's practice location on file with NPPES is 1218 S Pueblo Blvd, Pueblo, CO 81005-1593.
- What is Esperanza Salazar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Esperanza Salazar is (719) 566-1277.
- Does Esperanza Salazar accept Medicare?
- Esperanza Salazar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Esperanza Salazar's NPI active?
- Yes — Esperanza Salazar's NPI (1205167871) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-07-31.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.