Edward Lazaga, M.D.
NPI 1396729547 · Nephrology Physician · San Antonio, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Edward Lazaga, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in San Antonio, TX (NPI 1396729547).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1396729547
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- L7950 (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
624 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 | 322 | $108 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 187 | $105 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 | 39 | $63 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 37 | $153 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 22 | $148 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 35 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 460 | 97 |
| Finerenonebrand: Kerendia | 104 | 26 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 80 | 21 |
| Allopurinol | 77 | 25 |
| Furosemide | 74 | 24 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 58 | 15 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$716 across 30 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
- 2005-12-01
- Last updated
- 2008-05-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Edward Lazaga's NPI number?
- Edward Lazaga's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396729547, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Edward Lazaga's specialty?
- Edward Lazaga is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Edward Lazaga located?
- Edward Lazaga's practice location on file with NPPES is 1222 Mccullough Ave, San Antonio, TX 78212-4812.
- What is Edward Lazaga's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Edward Lazaga is (210) 223-4140.
- Does Edward Lazaga accept Medicare?
- Edward Lazaga is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Edward Lazaga's NPI active?
- Yes — Edward Lazaga's NPI (1396729547) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-05-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.