Paulo Acosta, M.D.
NPI 1710097761 · Neurology Physician · Nashville, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Paulo Acosta, M.D. is a Neurology Physician provider in Nashville, TN (NPI 1710097761).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1710097761
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- M.D.0000012943 (TN)
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
480 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 | 143 | $86 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 104 | $122 |
| Annual Depression Screening, 5 to 15 MinutesG0444 | 84 | $18 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 40 | $159 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 37 | $163 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levetiracetam | 289 | 58 |
| Donepezil Hcl | 104 | 32 |
| Amitriptyline Hcl | 100 | 25 |
| Topiramate | 68 | 18 |
| Divalproex Sodium | 39 | — |
| Memantine Hcl | 33 | — |
| Rivastigmine | 29 | — |
| Nortriptyline Hcl | 27 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$726 across 31 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
- 2011-12-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Paulo Acosta's NPI number?
- Paulo Acosta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710097761, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Paulo Acosta's specialty?
- Paulo Acosta is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Paulo Acosta located?
- Paulo Acosta's practice location on file with NPPES is 3443 Dickerson Pike, Nashville, TN 37207-2519.
- What is Paulo Acosta's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Paulo Acosta is (615) 868-0200.
- Does Paulo Acosta accept Medicare?
- Paulo Acosta is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Paulo Acosta's NPI active?
- Yes — Paulo Acosta's NPI (1710097761) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-12-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.