William Torres, M.D.
NPI 1679519755 · Gastroenterology Physician · Longview, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
William Torres, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Longview, TX (NPI 1679519755).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1679519755
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- H6658 (TX)
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
1,007 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 174 | $245 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 113 | $65 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 103 | $95 |
| Insertion of Guide Wire With Dilation of Esophagus Using a Flexible Endoscope43248 | 86 | $142 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 71 | $77 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 485 | 189 |
| Omeprazole | 97 | 36 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 73 | 26 |
| Colestipol Hcl | 64 | 24 |
| Sucralfate | 42 | 21 |
| Famotidine | 41 | 15 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 32 | 13 |
| Mesalamine | 25 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$77 across 1 record (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
- 2006-06-20
- Last updated
- 2011-02-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is William Torres's NPI number?
- William Torres's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679519755, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is William Torres's specialty?
- William Torres is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is William Torres located?
- William Torres's practice location on file with NPPES is 701 E Marshall Ave, Longview, TX 75601-5573.
- What is William Torres's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for William Torres is (903) 236-2222.
- Does William Torres accept Medicare?
- William Torres is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is William Torres's NPI active?
- Yes — William Torres's NPI (1679519755) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-02-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.