Maria Alvarez, M.D.
NPI 1396710539 · Neurology Physician · San Antonio, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Maria Alvarez, M.D. is a Neurology Physician provider in San Antonio, TX (NPI 1396710539).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1396710539
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- N4901 (TX)
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
1,457 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 | 731 | $113 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 192 | $148 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 179 | $81 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 117 | $197 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 79 | $161 |
| Electronic Analysis of Implanted Brain, Spinal Cord, Or Peripheral Neurostimulator Generator With Brain Stimulator Programming, First 15 Minutes With Qualified Health Professional |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 52 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa | 1,083 | 336 |
| Donepezil Hcl | 296 | 107 |
| Amantadine Hclbrand: Amantadine | 257 | 83 |
| Topiramate | 182 | 56 |
| Pramipexole Di-Hclbrand: Pramipexole Dihydrochloride | 174 | 59 |
| Gabapentin | 146 | 51 |
| Primidone | 144 | 39 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$5,952 across 285 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
- 2006-02-21
- Last updated
- 2016-02-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Maria Alvarez's NPI number?
- Maria Alvarez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396710539, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Maria Alvarez's specialty?
- Maria Alvarez is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Maria Alvarez located?
- Maria Alvarez's practice location on file with NPPES is 255 E Sonterra Blvd, San Antonio, TX 78258-4075.
- What is Maria Alvarez's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Maria Alvarez is (210) 656-2333.
- Does Maria Alvarez accept Medicare?
- Maria Alvarez is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Maria Alvarez's NPI active?
- Yes — Maria Alvarez's NPI (1396710539) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-02-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.