Carolina Arias, M.D.
NPI 1972761849 · Nephrology Physician · San Antonio, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Carolina Arias, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in San Antonio, TX (NPI 1972761849).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1972761849
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- P1619 (TX)
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
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
1,511 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 50 Minutes99233 | 691 | $112 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 258 | $99 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 160 | $331 |
| 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 | 129 | $16 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 127 | $163 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 59 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 241 | 58 |
| Furosemide | 223 | 101 |
| Ergocalciferol (vitamin D2)brand: Vitamin D2 | 150 | 71 |
| Losartan Potassium | 133 | 52 |
| Tirzepatidebrand: Mounjaro | 130 | 30 |
| Carvedilol | 106 | 47 |
| Sodium Zirconium Cyclosilicate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,246 across 86 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)
- 8235 S New Braunfels Ste 110San Antonio, TX 78235-4439Phone: (210) 572-5330Fax: (210) 368-2816
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-05-28
- Last updated
- 2019-09-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Carolina Arias's NPI number?
- Carolina Arias's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972761849, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Carolina Arias's specialty?
- Carolina Arias is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Carolina Arias located?
- Carolina Arias's practice location on file with NPPES is 137 Palo Alto Rd, San Antonio, TX 78211-3736.
- What is Carolina Arias's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Carolina Arias is (210) 212-8622.
- Does Carolina Arias accept Medicare?
- Carolina Arias is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Carolina Arias's NPI active?
- Yes — Carolina Arias's NPI (1972761849) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-09-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.