Gaston Ponte, M.D.
NPI 1518168293 · Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician · Melbourne, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Endocrinology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gaston Ponte, M.D. is a Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician provider in Melbourne, FL (NPI 1518168293).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518168293
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME113645 (FL)
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
1,734 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 | 651 | $124 |
| 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 | 588 | $16 |
| Continuous Monitoring of Blood Sugar Level in Tissue Fluid Using Sensor Under Skin With Interpretation and Report95251 | 191 | $34 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 133 | $162 |
| Continuous Monitoring of Blood Sugar Level in Tissue Fluid Using Sensor Under Skin With Provider Supplied Equipment95250 | 46 | $138 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 70 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 653 | 203 |
| Semaglutidebrand: Ozempic | 508 | 139 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 369 | 101 |
| Pioglitazone Hcl | 248 | 88 |
| Insulin Degludecbrand: Tresiba Flextouch U-100 | 200 | 74 |
| Metformin Hcl | 197 | 72 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$98,198 across 177 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
- 2007-05-30
- Last updated
- 2025-04-03
- Certified
- 2025-04-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gaston Ponte's NPI number?
- Gaston Ponte's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518168293, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gaston Ponte's specialty?
- Gaston Ponte is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gaston Ponte located?
- Gaston Ponte's practice location on file with NPPES is 1223 Gateway Dr, Melbourne, FL 32901-2607.
- What is Gaston Ponte's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gaston Ponte is (321) 312-3307.
- Does Gaston Ponte accept Medicare?
- Gaston Ponte is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gaston Ponte's NPI active?
- Yes — Gaston Ponte's NPI (1518168293) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-04-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.