Arturo Valderrama, M.D.
NPI 1518054501 · Internal Medicine Physician · Chula Vista, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Arturo Valderrama, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Chula Vista, CA (NPI 1518054501).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518054501
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A74152 (CA)
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
19 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
365 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 | 238 | $130 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 49 | $15 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 11-20 Minutes99442 | 38 | $92 |
| Administration of Influenza Virus VaccineG0008 | 25 | $31 |
| Brief Communication Technology-Based Service, E.g. Virtual Check-In, By a Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional Who Can Report Evaluation and Management Services, Provided to an Established Patient, Not Originating From a Related E/M ServicG2012 | 15 | $14 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $14–$130 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 216 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 1,367 | 470 |
| Losartan Potassium | 695 | 231 |
| Metformin Hcl | 625 | 218 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 615 | 181 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 575 | 187 |
| Omeprazole | 575 | 206 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,396 across 75 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
- 2006-10-09
- Last updated
- 2023-09-14
- Certified
- 2021-11-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Arturo Valderrama's NPI number?
- Arturo Valderrama's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518054501, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Arturo Valderrama's specialty?
- Arturo Valderrama is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Arturo Valderrama located?
- Arturo Valderrama's practice location on file with NPPES is 360 H Street, Chula Vista, CA 91910.
- What is Arturo Valderrama's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Arturo Valderrama is (619) 397-5400.
- Does Arturo Valderrama accept Medicare?
- Arturo Valderrama is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Arturo Valderrama's NPI active?
- Yes — Arturo Valderrama's NPI (1518054501) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-09-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.