Gaston Perez, M.D. F.A.A.F.P.
NPI 1629188586 · Family Medicine Physician · Bluffton, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gaston Perez, M.D. F.A.A.F.P. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Bluffton, SC (NPI 1629188586).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1629188586
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D. F.A.A.F.P.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 17810 (SC)
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
902 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 | 397 | $127 |
| Complex Chronic Care Management Services for Two Or More Chronic Conditions, First 60 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99487 | 198 | $132 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 101 | $89 |
| Telephone Or Internet Referral Service, 30 Minutes99452 | 62 | $34 |
| Administration and Interpretation of Patient-Focused Health Risk Assessment96160 | 22 | $3 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 5-10 Minutes99441 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 108 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 227 | 72 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 222 | 73 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 204 | 67 |
| Losartan Potassium | 195 | 57 |
| Metformin Hcl | 192 | 65 |
| Gabapentin | 163 | 38 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,225 across 48 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
- 2006-08-30
- Last updated
- 2007-10-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gaston Perez's NPI number?
- Gaston Perez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629188586, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gaston Perez's specialty?
- Gaston Perez is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gaston Perez located?
- Gaston Perez's practice location on file with NPPES is 14 Oak Forest Rd, Bluffton, SC 29910-4988.
- What is Gaston Perez's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gaston Perez is (843) 815-6468.
- Does Gaston Perez accept Medicare?
- Gaston Perez is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gaston Perez's NPI active?
- Yes — Gaston Perez's NPI (1629188586) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-10-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.