Adrian Vazquez, M.D.
NPI 1457513590 · Rheumatology Physician · Asheville, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Adrian Vazquez, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Asheville, NC (NPI 1457513590).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1457513590
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2015-00865 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
5,880 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 610 | $14 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 578 | $123 |
| Blood Creatinine Level82565 | 544 | $5 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 503 | $8 |
| Liver Function Blood Test Panel80076 | 494 | $8 |
| Red Blood Cell Sedimentation Rate, to Detect Inflammation, Automated85652 | 484 | $3 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 447 | 120 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 245 | 61 |
| Prednisone | 240 | 74 |
| Allopurinol | 93 | 27 |
| Etanerceptbrand: Enbrel Sureclick | 80 | — |
| Alendronate Sodium | 67 | 22 |
| Colchicine | 59 | 21 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$646 across 34 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
- 2008-06-30
- Last updated
- 2021-07-08
- Certified
- 2021-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Adrian Vazquez's NPI number?
- Adrian Vazquez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457513590, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Adrian Vazquez's specialty?
- Adrian Vazquez is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Adrian Vazquez located?
- Adrian Vazquez's practice location on file with NPPES is 4 Vanderbilt Park Dr Ste 200, Asheville, NC 28803-2476.
- What is Adrian Vazquez's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Adrian Vazquez is (828) 258-9533.
- Does Adrian Vazquez accept Medicare?
- Adrian Vazquez is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Adrian Vazquez's NPI active?
- Yes — Adrian Vazquez's NPI (1457513590) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.