George Vasquez Rios, M.D
NPI 1386179349 · Nephrology Physician · Albuquerque, NM
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
George Vasquez Rios, M.D is a Nephrology Physician provider in Albuquerque, NM (NPI 1386179349).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1386179349
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
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
9 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
779 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 Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 163 | $113 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90961 | 161 | $278 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 120 | $75 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 102 | $121 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 81 | $164 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 25 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Furosemide | 105 | 43 |
| Lisinopril | 98 | 38 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 96 | 35 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 62 | 16 |
| Losartan Potassium | 59 | 24 |
| Carvedilol | 52 | 19 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 45 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$6,799 across 27 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
- 2017-04-27
- Last updated
- 2023-06-15
- Certified
- 2023-06-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is George Vasquez Rios's NPI number?
- George Vasquez Rios's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1386179349, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is George Vasquez Rios's specialty?
- George Vasquez Rios is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is George Vasquez Rios located?
- George Vasquez Rios's practice location on file with NPPES is 3821 Masthead St Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87109-4679.
- What is George Vasquez Rios's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for George Vasquez Rios is (505) 998-7400.
- Does George Vasquez Rios accept Medicare?
- George Vasquez Rios is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is George Vasquez Rios's NPI active?
- Yes — George Vasquez Rios's NPI (1386179349) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-06-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.