Nelson Garcia, M.D.
NPI 1598734055 · Gastroenterology Physician · Miami, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nelson Garcia, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Miami, FL (NPI 1598734055).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1598734055
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME85804 (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
348 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 | 104 | $134 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 41 | $98 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 38 | $79 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 37 | $174 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 36 | $139 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 29 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 249 | 84 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 198 | 56 |
| Famotidine | 191 | 59 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 72 | 18 |
| Sod Picosulf/Mag Ox/Citric Acbrand: Clenpiq | 71 | 68 |
| Mesalamine | 71 | 13 |
| Lipase/Protease/Amylasebrand: Creon | 67 | 14 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,682 across 125 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
- 2006-03-16
- Last updated
- 2009-12-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nelson Garcia's NPI number?
- Nelson Garcia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598734055, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nelson Garcia's specialty?
- Nelson Garcia is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nelson Garcia located?
- Nelson Garcia's practice location on file with NPPES is 8200 Sw 117th Ave Ste 110, Miami, FL 33183-4825.
- What is Nelson Garcia's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nelson Garcia is (305) 274-5500.
- Does Nelson Garcia accept Medicare?
- Nelson Garcia is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nelson Garcia's NPI active?
- Yes — Nelson Garcia's NPI (1598734055) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2009-12-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.