Margarita Garces, M.D.
NPI 1548247521 · Rheumatology Physician · South Miami, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Margarita Garces, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in South Miami, FL (NPI 1548247521).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1548247521
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME93958 (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
1,560 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 | 613 | $142 |
| Administration of Non-Hormonal Anti-Neoplastic Chemotherapy Under Skin Or Into Muscle96401 | 215 | $79 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 150 | $88 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 107 | $15 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid Large Joint Using Ultrasound Guidance20611 | 79 | $119 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 54 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Diclofenac Sodium | 396 | 117 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 366 | 144 |
| Prednisone | 345 | 79 |
| Meloxicam | 292 | 107 |
| Gabapentin | 269 | 88 |
| Denosumabbrand: Prolia | 264 | 156 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 243 | 62 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$4,662 across 220 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
- 2005-12-29
- Last updated
- 2008-10-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Margarita Garces's NPI number?
- Margarita Garces's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1548247521, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Margarita Garces's specialty?
- Margarita Garces is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Margarita Garces located?
- Margarita Garces's practice location on file with NPPES is 6141 Sunset Dr, South Miami, FL 33143-5028.
- What is Margarita Garces's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Margarita Garces is (305) 661-6615.
- Does Margarita Garces accept Medicare?
- Margarita Garces is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Margarita Garces's NPI active?
- Yes — Margarita Garces's NPI (1548247521) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-10-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.