Nestor Sanchez Colon, M.D.
NPI 1497716609 · Dermatopathology Physician · Aibonito, PR
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nestor Sanchez Colon, M.D. is a Dermatopathology Physician provider in Aibonito, PR (NPI 1497716609).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1497716609
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatopathology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 5991 (PR)
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
520 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 228 | $89 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Moderately High Complexity88307 | 79 | $77 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 66 | $109 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 47 | $98 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 43 | $7 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 29 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluocinonide | 691 | 390 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 507 | 320 |
| Ketoconazole | 440 | 253 |
| Econazole Nitrate | 224 | 141 |
| Hydrocortisone | 182 | 131 |
| Clarithromycin | 177 | 156 |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate | 165 | 106 |
| Ciclopirox Olaminebrand: Ciclopirox | 144 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$19 across 1 record (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
- 2006-03-29
- Last updated
- 2017-05-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nestor Sanchez Colon's NPI number?
- Nestor Sanchez Colon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497716609, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nestor Sanchez Colon's specialty?
- Nestor Sanchez Colon is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatopathology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nestor Sanchez Colon located?
- Nestor Sanchez Colon's practice location on file with NPPES is Edif Profesional Hospital Menonita, Aibonito, PR 00705.
- What is Nestor Sanchez Colon's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nestor Sanchez Colon is (787) 735-8001.
- Does Nestor Sanchez Colon accept Medicare?
- Nestor Sanchez Colon is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nestor Sanchez Colon's NPI active?
- Yes — Nestor Sanchez Colon's NPI (1497716609) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-05-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.