Austin Garza, M.D.
NPI 1710967260 · Gastroenterology Physician · Colorado Springs, CO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Austin Garza, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Colorado Springs, CO (NPI 1710967260).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1710967260
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 43619 (CO)
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
20 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
764 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 | 150 | $246 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 99 | $73 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 97 | $130 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 84 | $171 |
| Insertion of Guide Wire With Dilation of Esophagus Using a Flexible Endoscope43248 | 82 | $142 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 180 | 60 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 76 | 29 |
| Sodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/Pegbrand: Peg 3350-Electrolyte | 55 | 55 |
| Famotidine | 46 | — |
| Sod Sulf/Pot Chloride/Mag Sulfbrand: Sutab | 42 | 40 |
| Peg 3350/Sod Sulf,chlr/Pot/Magbrand: Suflave | 25 | 24 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 15 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$606 across 29 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
- 2006-01-19
- Last updated
- 2013-04-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Austin Garza's NPI number?
- Austin Garza's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710967260, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Austin Garza's specialty?
- Austin Garza is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Austin Garza located?
- Austin Garza's practice location on file with NPPES is 2940 N Circle Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80909-1160.
- What is Austin Garza's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Austin Garza is (719) 635-7321.
- Does Austin Garza accept Medicare?
- Austin Garza is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Austin Garza's NPI active?
- Yes — Austin Garza's NPI (1710967260) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-04-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.