Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Claudia Taramona Espinoza, M.D.
Infectious Disease Physician (CMS: Infectious Disease) · Huntsville, AL
- NPI 1831486166
- Accepts Medicare
- 19 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1102 Monroe St Sw
Huntsville, AL 358015029
(256) 469-7200
fax (630) 734-4715 - Mailing address
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901 McClintock Dr, Suite 202
Burr Ridge, IL 605270871
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2011 — 15 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 5, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 2007 — 19 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RI0200X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #MD.34807
- Medicaid
- AL #185248
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1831486166. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
9,051
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$454,891
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J1569 |
Injection, immune globulin, (gammagard liquid), non-lyophilized, (e.g., liquid), 500 mg | 4,565 | 17 | $45 | |
J0875 |
Injection, dalbavancin, 5 mg | 2,000 | 13 | $15 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 1,062 | 342 | $111 | |
96365 |
Infusion into a vein for therapy, prevention, or diagnosis, 1 hour or less | 282 | 73 | $56 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 265 | 248 | $163 | |
J1335 |
Injection, ertapenem sodium, 500 mg | 236 | 16 | $13 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 157 | 101 | $74 | |
96366 |
Infusion into a vein for therapy, prevention, or diagnosis, each additional hour | 115 | 20 | $19 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 88 | 85 | $122 | |
96372 |
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle | 72 | 32 | $13 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in this city , average services per provider: 725. This provider delivers 12× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$133
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Jolla Pharmaceutical Company | 1 | $116.36 | |
| Melinta Therapeutics, LLC | 1 | $16.47 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
454
Patients
136
Total drug cost
$128,030
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vancomycin Hcl | Generic | 100 | 16 | $10,978 |
| Cefepime Hcl | Generic | 75 | 25 | $24,024 |
| Daptomycin | Generic | 52 | 17 | $31,088 |
| Sodium Chloride (0.9 % Sodium Chloride) | Brand | 51 | 16 | $433 |
| Minocycline Hcl | Generic | 34 | 20 | $1,836 |
| Levofloxacin | Generic | 27 | 19 | $753 |
| Meropenem | Generic | 25 | 0 | $10,359 |
| Cefazolin Sodium | Generic | 20 | 0 | $1,203 |
| Fluconazole | Generic | 17 | 12 | $707 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 15 | 0 | $640 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Claudia Taramona Espinoza's medical specialty?
Dr. Claudia Taramona Espinoza practices Infectious Disease Physician in Huntsville, AL.
Where does Dr. Claudia Taramona Espinoza practice?
Dr. Claudia Taramona Espinoza practices at 1102 Monroe St Sw, Huntsville, AL 358015029. Office phone: 2564697200.
What is Dr. Claudia Taramona Espinoza's NPI?
Dr. Claudia Taramona Espinoza's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831486166, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Claudia Taramona Espinoza accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Claudia Taramona Espinoza accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Claudia Taramona Espinoza commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, immune globulin, (gammagard liquid), non-lyophilized, (e.g., liquid), 500 mg (HCPCS J1569); Injection, dalbavancin, 5 mg (HCPCS J0875); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.