Victor Ortega, M.D.
NPI 1821266453 · Pulmonary Disease Physician · Winston Salem, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pulmonary Disease · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Victor Ortega, M.D. is a Pulmonary Disease Physician provider in Winston Salem, NC (NPI 1821266453).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1821266453
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pulmonary Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2006-01372 (NC)
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
18 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
386 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 High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 142 | $174 |
| Therapeutic Procedures to Improve Respiratory Function Or Increase Strength Or Endurance of Respiratory Muscles, Two Or More Individuals (includes Monitoring)G0239 | 65 | $12 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 49 | $75 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 41 | $213 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 41 | $16 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Azithromycin | 141 | 23 |
| Budesonide/Formoterol Fumaratebrand: Symbicort | 86 | 29 |
| Beclomethasone Dipropionatebrand: Qvar Redihaler | 82 | 14 |
| Budesonide/Formoterol Fumaratebrand: Breyna | 76 | 24 |
| Budesonide/Formoterol Fumaratebrand: Budesonide-Formoterol Fumarate | 65 | 21 |
| Tiotropium Bromidebrand: Spiriva Respimat | 58 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,278 across 4 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)
- 13400 E Shea BlvdScottsdale, AZ 85259-5452Phone: (480) 301-8000
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-02-17
- Last updated
- 2022-01-27
- Certified
- 2022-01-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Victor Ortega's NPI number?
- Victor Ortega's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821266453, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Victor Ortega's specialty?
- Victor Ortega is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pulmonary Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Victor Ortega located?
- Victor Ortega's practice location on file with NPPES is Medical Center Blvd, Winston Salem, NC 27157-0001.
- What is Victor Ortega's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Victor Ortega is (336) 716-2255.
- Does Victor Ortega accept Medicare?
- Victor Ortega is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Victor Ortega's NPI active?
- Yes — Victor Ortega's NPI (1821266453) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-01-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.