Mario Bustamante, MD
NPI 1972546109 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · San Antonio, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Mario Bustamante, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in San Antonio, TX (NPI 1972546109).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1972546109
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- G8027 (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
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
662 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 | 237 | $114 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid Large Joint Using Ultrasound Guidance20611 | 103 | $87 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 86 | $159 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 1-2 Views73560 | 57 | $30 |
| Application of Skin Substitute Graft to Wound of Trunk, Arms, Or Legs, 25.0 Sq Cm Or Less of Wound 100.0 Sq Cm Or Less15271 | 35 | $39 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Tramadol Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Tramadol Hcl-Acetaminophen | 546 | 191 |
| Celecoxib | 423 | 136 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 232 | 78 |
| Meloxicam | 212 | 51 |
| Gabapentin | 161 | 57 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 155 | 45 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 147 | 68 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$19 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-06-14
- Last updated
- 2011-12-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Mario Bustamante's NPI number?
- Mario Bustamante's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972546109, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Mario Bustamante's specialty?
- Mario Bustamante is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Mario Bustamante located?
- Mario Bustamante's practice location on file with NPPES is 343 W Houston, San Antonio, TX 78205.
- What is Mario Bustamante's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Mario Bustamante is (210) 224-7800.
- Does Mario Bustamante accept Medicare?
- Mario Bustamante is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Mario Bustamante's NPI active?
- Yes — Mario Bustamante's NPI (1972546109) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-12-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.