Claudia Velarde, M.D.
NPI 1861430449 · Nephrology Physician · Yuma, AZ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Claudia Velarde, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Yuma, AZ (NPI 1861430449).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1861430449
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- C55547 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
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
81 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 | 58 | $167 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 23 | $124 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $124–$167 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Lisinopril | 72 | 22 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 69 | 26 |
| Allopurinol | 52 | 19 |
| Losartan Potassium | 49 | 18 |
| Furosemide | 47 | 16 |
| Finerenonebrand: Kerendia | 39 | — |
| Calcitriol | 33 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,034 across 79 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
- 2006-06-03
- Last updated
- 2022-07-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Claudia Velarde's NPI number?
- Claudia Velarde's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861430449, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Claudia Velarde's specialty?
- Claudia Velarde is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Claudia Velarde located?
- Claudia Velarde's practice location on file with NPPES is 1220 W 24th St Ste 1, Yuma, AZ 85364-8705.
- What is Claudia Velarde's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Claudia Velarde is (928) 329-8331.
- Does Claudia Velarde accept Medicare?
- Claudia Velarde is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Claudia Velarde's NPI active?
- Yes — Claudia Velarde's NPI (1861430449) 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.