Theresa Fortaleza-Dawson, M.D.
NPI 1871507780 · Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician · Ft Lauderdale, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Theresa Fortaleza-Dawson, M.D. is a Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician provider in Ft Lauderdale, FL (NPI 1871507780).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1871507780
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- ME81298 (FL)
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,314 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 856 | $134 |
| Office Or Other Outpatient Visit for the Evaluation and Management of Established Patient That May Not Require Presence of Healthcare Professional99211 | 634 | $24 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 606 | $125 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 314 | $95 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 160 | $182 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 104 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 284 | 85 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 248 | 61 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 236 | 67 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 199 | 52 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 167 | 50 |
| Losartan Potassium | 157 | 44 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$38 across 2 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
- 2006-07-28
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Theresa Fortaleza-Dawson's NPI number?
- Theresa Fortaleza-Dawson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871507780, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Theresa Fortaleza-Dawson's specialty?
- Theresa Fortaleza-Dawson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Theresa Fortaleza-Dawson located?
- Theresa Fortaleza-Dawson's practice location on file with NPPES is 2006 Ne 49th St, Ft Lauderdale, FL 33308-4524.
- What is Theresa Fortaleza-Dawson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Theresa Fortaleza-Dawson is (954) 938-8998.
- Does Theresa Fortaleza-Dawson accept Medicare?
- Theresa Fortaleza-Dawson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Theresa Fortaleza-Dawson's NPI active?
- Yes — Theresa Fortaleza-Dawson's NPI (1871507780) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.