Andres Lopez-Albaitero, MD
NPI 1689806580 · Otolaryngology Physician · Astoria, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Andres Lopez-Albaitero, MD is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Astoria, NY (NPI 1689806580).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1689806580
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 265799 (NY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
16 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
855 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 | 219 | $108 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 146 | $46 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Nasal Passages Using an Endoscope31231 | 128 | $229 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 82 | $133 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 80 | $151 |
| Removal of Impacted Cerumen (one Or Both Ears) By Physician on Same Date of Service As Audiologic Function TestingG0268 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Azelastine Hcl | 463 | 212 |
| Famotidine | 217 | 122 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 140 | 67 |
| Mometasone Furoate | 89 | 82 |
| Cefdinir | 71 | 59 |
| Fluticasone Propionatebrand: Xhance | 67 | 26 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl/Dexamethbrand: Ciprofloxacin-Dexamethasone | 46 | 31 |
| Acetazolamide |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$332 across 15 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
- 2009-08-12
- Last updated
- 2026-04-14
- Certified
- 2026-04-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Andres Lopez-Albaitero's NPI number?
- Andres Lopez-Albaitero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689806580, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Andres Lopez-Albaitero's specialty?
- Andres Lopez-Albaitero is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Andres Lopez-Albaitero located?
- Andres Lopez-Albaitero's practice location on file with NPPES is 2818 31st St Fl 2, Astoria, NY 11102-1745.
- What is Andres Lopez-Albaitero's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Andres Lopez-Albaitero is (718) 971-2490.
- Does Andres Lopez-Albaitero accept Medicare?
- Andres Lopez-Albaitero is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Andres Lopez-Albaitero's NPI active?
- Yes — Andres Lopez-Albaitero's NPI (1689806580) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-04-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.