Gustavo Espino, MD
NPI 1518985191 · Nephrology Physician · Albuquerque, NM
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gustavo Espino, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Albuquerque, NM (NPI 1518985191).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518985191
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 98-49 (NM)
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
748 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 | 162 | $121 |
| 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 | 116 | $16 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 110 | $344 |
| Home Dialysis Services Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90966 | 98 | $286 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 73 | $75 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 25 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Calcitriol | 142 | 44 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 107 | 35 |
| Allopurinol | 59 | 19 |
| Furosemide | 50 | 21 |
| Carvedilol | 47 | 14 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 46 | 13 |
| Lisinopril | 45 | 20 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$650 across 29 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
- 2006-07-18
- Last updated
- 2023-03-04
- Certified
- 2023-03-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gustavo Espino's NPI number?
- Gustavo Espino's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518985191, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gustavo Espino's specialty?
- Gustavo Espino is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gustavo Espino located?
- Gustavo Espino's practice location on file with NPPES is 4343 Pan American Fwy Ne Ste 236, Albuquerque, NM 87107-6834.
- What is Gustavo Espino's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gustavo Espino is (505) 600-2511.
- Does Gustavo Espino accept Medicare?
- Gustavo Espino is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gustavo Espino's NPI active?
- Yes — Gustavo Espino's NPI (1518985191) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-03-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.