Erik Velez, MD
NPI 1780048447 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · Vancouver, WA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Erik Velez, MD is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in Vancouver, WA (NPI 1780048447).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1780048447
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A151509 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
10 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,095 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mri Scan of Brain Before and After Contrast70553 | 326 | $163 |
| Mri Scan of Lower Spinal Canal Without Contrast72148 | 302 | $100 |
| Ct Scan Head Or Brain Without Contrast70450 | 247 | $41 |
| Dxa Bone Density Measurement of Hip, Pelvis, Spine77080 | 188 | $20 |
| Mri Scan of Brain Without Contrast70551 | 182 | $101 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 1 View71045 | 159 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$17 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1390 Kelly Johnson BlvdColorado Springs, CO 80920-3908Phone: (714) 400-6934
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2016-04-08
- Last updated
- 2025-05-03
- Certified
- 2025-05-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Erik Velez's NPI number?
- Erik Velez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780048447, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Erik Velez's specialty?
- Erik Velez is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Erik Velez located?
- Erik Velez's practice location on file with NPPES is 13898 Ne 28th St, Vancouver, WA 98682-8844.
- What is Erik Velez's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Erik Velez is (360) 397-3352.
- Does Erik Velez accept Medicare?
- Erik Velez is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Erik Velez's NPI active?
- Yes — Erik Velez's NPI (1780048447) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-05-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.