Armando Aponte Velez, MD
NPI 1205261781 · Nephrology Physician · Paris, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Armando Aponte Velez, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Paris, TX (NPI 1205261781).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1205261781
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- S0615 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Student, Health Care
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
12 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,245 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 492 | $90 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 451 | $16 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 316 | $74 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 216 | $112 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 189 | $337 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 55 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 209 | 41 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 152 | 36 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 149 | 56 |
| Olmesartan Medoxomil | 116 | 28 |
| Torsemide | 89 | 28 |
| Furosemide | 78 | 28 |
| Losartan Potassium | 73 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$855 across 46 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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 1104 E Lincoln RdIdabel, OK 74745-7364Phone: (903) 785-3300Fax: (903) 785-3310
- 105 Medical Cir Bldg 3Sulphur Springs, TX 75482-2138Phone: (903) 785-3300Fax: (903) 785-3310
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2013-09-04
- Last updated
- 2026-02-25
- Certified
- 2026-02-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Armando Aponte Velez's NPI number?
- Armando Aponte Velez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205261781, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Armando Aponte Velez's specialty?
- Armando Aponte Velez is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Armando Aponte Velez located?
- Armando Aponte Velez's practice location on file with NPPES is 1055 Clarksville St Ste 110, Paris, TX 75460-0210.
- What is Armando Aponte Velez's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Armando Aponte Velez is (903) 785-3300.
- Does Armando Aponte Velez accept Medicare?
- Armando Aponte Velez is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Armando Aponte Velez's NPI active?
- Yes — Armando Aponte Velez's NPI (1205261781) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-02-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.