Carlos Drago Ludowieg, M.D.
NPI 1265688824 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Albany, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Carlos Drago Ludowieg, M.D. is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Albany, GA (NPI 1265688824).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1265688824
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 729-L (MS)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
17 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
1,371 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ultrasound of Heart93307 | 308 | $40 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 200 | $13 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 154 | $7 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 150 | $118 |
| Exercise Or Drug-Induced Heart Stress Test With Electrocardiogram (ecg) With Supervision By Physician93016 | 80 | $20 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 34 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Carvedilol | 463 | 125 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 310 | 60 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 245 | 70 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 241 | 81 |
| Furosemide | 237 | 85 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | 206 | 60 |
| Losartan Potassium | 202 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$185 across 12 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
- 2008-08-14
- Last updated
- 2019-02-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Carlos Drago Ludowieg's NPI number?
- Carlos Drago Ludowieg's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265688824, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Carlos Drago Ludowieg's specialty?
- Carlos Drago Ludowieg is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Carlos Drago Ludowieg located?
- Carlos Drago Ludowieg's practice location on file with NPPES is 425 W 3rd Ave Ste 600, Albany, GA 31701-1961.
- What is Carlos Drago Ludowieg's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Carlos Drago Ludowieg is (229) 312-1022.
- Does Carlos Drago Ludowieg accept Medicare?
- Carlos Drago Ludowieg is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Carlos Drago Ludowieg's NPI active?
- Yes — Carlos Drago Ludowieg's NPI (1265688824) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-02-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.