Carlos Montero, M.D.
NPI 1518925205 · Gastroenterology Physician · Bradenton, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Carlos Montero, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Bradenton, FL (NPI 1518925205).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518925205
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME000061980 (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
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
1,073 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 | 182 | $88 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 180 | $124 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 121 | $82 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 115 | $103 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 112 | $245 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 374 | 118 |
| Sodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/Pegbrand: Peg 3350-Electrolyte | 181 | 166 |
| Famotidine | 140 | 37 |
| Omeprazole | 75 | 25 |
| Sucralfate | 67 | 22 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 52 | 11 |
| Mesalamine | 32 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$320 across 11 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
- 2006-05-02
- Last updated
- 2023-03-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Carlos Montero's NPI number?
- Carlos Montero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518925205, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Carlos Montero's specialty?
- Carlos Montero is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Carlos Montero located?
- Carlos Montero's practice location on file with NPPES is 1886 59th St W, Bradenton, FL 34209-4630.
- What is Carlos Montero's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Carlos Montero is (941) 794-1980.
- Does Carlos Montero accept Medicare?
- Carlos Montero is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Carlos Montero's NPI active?
- Yes — Carlos Montero's NPI (1518925205) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-03-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.