Mauricio Escobar, MD
NPI 1497998736 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Birmingham, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Medical Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Mauricio Escobar, MD is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in Birmingham, AL (NPI 1497998736).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1497998736
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 35.125705 (OH)
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
321 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 High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 76 | $152 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 63 | $102 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 60 | $149 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 59 | $70 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 23 | $100 |
| 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'S |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Letrozole | 170 | 54 |
| Anastrozole | 38 | 14 |
| Rivaroxabanbrand: Xarelto | 33 | — |
| Exemestane | 26 | — |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 25 | — |
| Abemaciclibbrand: Verzenio | 23 | — |
| Hydroxyurea | 18 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$299 across 12 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
- 2009-04-16
- Last updated
- 2025-04-23
- Certified
- 2025-04-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Mauricio Escobar's NPI number?
- Mauricio Escobar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497998736, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Mauricio Escobar's specialty?
- Mauricio Escobar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Mauricio Escobar located?
- Mauricio Escobar's practice location on file with NPPES is 2000 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233-2110.
- What is Mauricio Escobar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Mauricio Escobar is (205) 801-9034.
- Does Mauricio Escobar accept Medicare?
- Mauricio Escobar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Mauricio Escobar's NPI active?
- Yes — Mauricio Escobar's NPI (1497998736) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-04-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.