Nilson Tapia
NPI 1457843716 · Rheumatology Physician · Newburgh, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nilson Tapia is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Newburgh, NY (NPI 1457843716).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1457843716
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 305202 (NY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
8 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
2,043 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 363 | $17 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 323 | $132 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 268 | $9 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 159 | $8 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 157 | $10 |
| Red Blood Cell Sedimentation Rate, to Detect Inflammation, Automated |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 26 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 223 | 83 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 217 | 74 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 159 | 57 |
| Leflunomide | 76 | 27 |
| Gabapentin | 69 | 21 |
| Meloxicam | 61 | 34 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 55 | 19 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2018-06-02
- Last updated
- 2025-02-18
- Certified
- 2025-02-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nilson Tapia's NPI number?
- Nilson Tapia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457843716, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nilson Tapia's specialty?
- Nilson Tapia is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nilson Tapia located?
- Nilson Tapia's practice location on file with NPPES is 1200 Route 300, Newburgh, NY 12550-5003.
- What is Nilson Tapia's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nilson Tapia is (845) 703-6999.
- Does Nilson Tapia accept Medicare?
- Nilson Tapia is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nilson Tapia's NPI active?
- Yes — Nilson Tapia's NPI (1457843716) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-02-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.