Jorge Alvarez, MD
NPI 1821183559 · Interventional Cardiology Physician · San Antonio, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Interventional Cardiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Jorge Alvarez, MD is a Interventional Cardiology Physician provider in San Antonio, TX (NPI 1821183559).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1821183559
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Cardiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- L3226 (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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
7,944 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 1,916 | $77 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 901 | $67 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 782 | $88 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 721 | $8 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 652 | $14 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 62 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Succinate | 577 | 191 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 559 | 201 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 485 | 196 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 291 | 66 |
| Losartan Potassium | 261 | 96 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 241 | 84 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$9,361 across 222 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 134 Menger Spgs Ste 1370Boerne, TX 78006-7228Phone: (830) 331-8000Fax: (830) 331-8004
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-10-04
- Last updated
- 2022-07-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jorge Alvarez's NPI number?
- Jorge Alvarez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821183559, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Jorge Alvarez's specialty?
- Jorge Alvarez is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Cardiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Jorge Alvarez located?
- Jorge Alvarez's practice location on file with NPPES is 4411 Medical Dr Ste 300, San Antonio, TX 78229-3824.
- What is Jorge Alvarez's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Jorge Alvarez is (210) 614-5400.
- Does Jorge Alvarez accept Medicare?
- Jorge Alvarez is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Jorge Alvarez's NPI active?
- Yes — Jorge Alvarez's NPI (1821183559) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-07-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.