Minerva Pineiro, M.D.
NPI 1255382669 · Family Medicine Physician · Brevard, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Minerva Pineiro, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Brevard, NC (NPI 1255382669).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255382669
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 200201299 (NC)
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
20 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
851 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 | 225 | $120 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 178 | $169 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 168 | $9 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 77 | $13 |
| Urinalysis, Manual Test81002 | 56 | $3 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 45 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 110 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 343 | 84 |
| Alprazolam | 255 | 38 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 141 | 41 |
| Escitalopram Oxalate | 129 | 31 |
| Azithromycin | 125 | 65 |
| Methylprednisolone | 120 | 66 |
| Omeprazole | 114 | 29 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$117 across 7 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
- 2006-05-12
- Last updated
- 2020-09-18
- Certified
- 2020-09-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Minerva Pineiro's NPI number?
- Minerva Pineiro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255382669, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Minerva Pineiro's specialty?
- Minerva Pineiro is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Minerva Pineiro located?
- Minerva Pineiro's practice location on file with NPPES is 342 S Caldwell St, Brevard, NC 28712-3902.
- What is Minerva Pineiro's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Minerva Pineiro is (828) 883-8181.
- Does Minerva Pineiro accept Medicare?
- Minerva Pineiro is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Minerva Pineiro's NPI active?
- Yes — Minerva Pineiro's NPI (1255382669) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-09-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.