Ernesto Banalagay, M.D.
NPI 1629135470 · Nephrology Physician · Portsmouth, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ernesto Banalagay, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Portsmouth, OH (NPI 1629135470).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1629135470
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 35073970 (OH)
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
1,407 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 361 | $79 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 271 | $125 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 118 | $89 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90961 | 109 | $293 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 95 | $349 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 134 | 31 |
| Calcitriol | 77 | 27 |
| Furosemide | 51 | 16 |
| Sodium Zirconium Cyclosilicatebrand: Lokelma | 42 | 12 |
| Lisinopril | 33 | — |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 33 | — |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 28 | — |
| Finerenone |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$120 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
- 2007-01-02
- Last updated
- 2024-12-16
- Certified
- 2024-12-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ernesto Banalagay's NPI number?
- Ernesto Banalagay's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629135470, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ernesto Banalagay's specialty?
- Ernesto Banalagay is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ernesto Banalagay located?
- Ernesto Banalagay's practice location on file with NPPES is 1711 27th St, Portsmouth, OH 45662-2638.
- What is Ernesto Banalagay's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ernesto Banalagay is (740) 356-5393.
- Does Ernesto Banalagay accept Medicare?
- Ernesto Banalagay is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ernesto Banalagay's NPI active?
- Yes — Ernesto Banalagay's NPI (1629135470) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-12-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.