Gilberto Vera, M.D.
NPI 1982718383 · Nephrology Physician · Washington, DC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gilberto Vera, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Washington, DC (NPI 1982718383).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1982718383
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- MD20169 (DC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Other Service Providers
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
388 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 199 | $372 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90961 | 100 | $309 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 73 | $142 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 16 | $198 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $142–$372 (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 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Succinate | 44 | 16 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 44 | 14 |
| Fat Emulsion/Olive/Soy/Phosphobrand: Clinolipid | 42 | — |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 37 | 12 |
| Lisinopril | 32 | — |
| Chlorthalidone | 30 | 12 |
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er | 28 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$153 across 6 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
- 2006-08-19
- Last updated
- 2008-03-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gilberto Vera's NPI number?
- Gilberto Vera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982718383, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gilberto Vera's specialty?
- Gilberto Vera is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gilberto Vera located?
- Gilberto Vera's practice location on file with NPPES is 1160 Varnum St Ne, Washington, DC 20017-2107.
- What is Gilberto Vera's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gilberto Vera is (202) 526-8833.
- Does Gilberto Vera accept Medicare?
- Gilberto Vera is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gilberto Vera's NPI active?
- Yes — Gilberto Vera's NPI (1982718383) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-03-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.