Gerardo Bueso, MD
NPI 1578658001 · Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gerardo Bueso, MD is a Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1578658001).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578658001
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- F7711 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
9,126 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 | 1,470 | $87 |
| Online Digital Evaluation and Management Service for an Established Patient for Up to 7 Days, Total Time 21 Or More Minutes99423 | 1,418 | $45 |
| Blood Glucose (sugar) Test Performed By Hand-Held Instrument82962 | 1,098 | $3 |
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 | 661 | $10 |
| Online Digital Evaluation and Management Service for an Established Patient for Up to 7 Days, Total Time 11-20 Minutes99422 | 628 | $28 |
| Management Using the Results of Remote Vital Sign Monitoring Per Calendar Month, First 20 Minutes99457 | 490 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 165 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Semaglutidebrand: Ozempic | 888 | 231 |
| Metformin Hcl | 848 | 286 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 692 | 197 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 664 | 206 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 446 | 162 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 441 | 150 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,681 across 128 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
- 2006-10-03
- Last updated
- 2022-09-27
- Certified
- 2022-09-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gerardo Bueso's NPI number?
- Gerardo Bueso's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578658001, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gerardo Bueso's specialty?
- Gerardo Bueso is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gerardo Bueso located?
- Gerardo Bueso's practice location on file with NPPES is 5711 Almeda Rd, Houston, TX 77004-7303.
- What is Gerardo Bueso's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gerardo Bueso is (713) 520-8385.
- Does Gerardo Bueso accept Medicare?
- Gerardo Bueso is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gerardo Bueso's NPI active?
- Yes — Gerardo Bueso's NPI (1578658001) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-09-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.