Eric Chihuahua, P.A.
NPI 1982018057 · Medical Physician Assistant · Gainesville, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physician Assistant · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Eric Chihuahua, P.A. is a Medical Physician Assistant provider in Gainesville, FL (NPI 1982018057).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1982018057
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Medical Physician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- P.A.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
12 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
693 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dxa Bone Density Measurement of Hip, Pelvis, Spine77080 | 214 | $8 |
| Dxa Bone Density Measurement of Hip, Pelvis, Spine77080 | 173 | $8 |
| Insertion of Tube for Infusion With Imaging Guidance and Review By Radiologist, Patient 5 Years Or Older36573 | 55 | $66 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 48 | $10 |
| Drainage of Fluid From Abdominal Cavity Using Imaging Guidance49083 | 40 | $84 |
| Fluoroscopic Guidance for Insertion Or Removal of Central Vein Access Device |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$80 across 3 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
- 2014-06-17
- Last updated
- 2014-06-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Eric Chihuahua's NPI number?
- Eric Chihuahua's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982018057, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Eric Chihuahua's specialty?
- Eric Chihuahua is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Medical Physician Assistant (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Eric Chihuahua located?
- Eric Chihuahua's practice location on file with NPPES is 6716 Nw 11th Pl, Gainesville, FL 32605-4215.
- What is Eric Chihuahua's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Eric Chihuahua is (352) 331-9729.
- Does Eric Chihuahua accept Medicare?
- Eric Chihuahua is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Eric Chihuahua's NPI active?
- Yes — Eric Chihuahua's NPI (1982018057) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-06-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.