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Dr. Donald Velarde, M.D.
Hospitalist Physician (CMS: Hospitalist) · Mesa, AZ
- NPI 1467449215
- Accepts Medicare
- 40 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
4711 E Falcon Dr, Suite 355
Mesa, AZ 852152508
(480) 357-2048
fax (480) 214-5147
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 8, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 1986 — 40 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208M00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Arizona #22015
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1467449215. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,033
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$111,235
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 595 | 243 | $115 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 147 | 85 | $77 | |
99239 |
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes | 133 | 131 | $111 | |
99238 |
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less | 109 | 108 | $78 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 49 | 49 | $167 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 26 peers in Mesa Hospitalist Physician, average services per provider: 160. This provider delivers 6.5× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
215
Patients
211
Total drug cost
$1,743
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cefdinir | Generic | 52 | 50 | $956 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 40 | 38 | $166 |
| Azithromycin | Generic | 23 | 23 | $103 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 16 | 16 | $50 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 16 | 16 | $133 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | Generic | 16 | 16 | $64 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 15 | 15 | $102 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 14 | 14 | $48 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 12 | 12 | $89 |
| Levofloxacin | Generic | 11 | 11 | $32 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Donald Velarde's medical specialty?
Dr. Donald Velarde practices Hospitalist Physician in Mesa, AZ.
Where does Dr. Donald Velarde practice?
Dr. Donald Velarde practices at 4711 E Falcon Dr, Mesa, AZ 852152508. Office phone: 4803572048.
What is Dr. Donald Velarde's NPI?
Dr. Donald Velarde's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1467449215, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Donald Velarde accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Donald Velarde accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Donald Velarde commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Hospital discharge day management (HCPCS 99239). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.