Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Vernon Chavez, MD
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Yuma, AZ
- NPI 1023101052
- Accepts Medicare
- 37 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1210 W 24Th St, Suite 2
Yuma, AZ 853646226
(928) 726-2500
fax (928) 726-7853
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 2, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 1989 — 37 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Arizona #33459
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1023101052. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
6,586
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$587,050
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 4,451 | 442 | $77 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 607 | 176 | $124 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 496 | 453 | $168 | |
99238 |
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less | 373 | 349 | $78 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 91 | 60 | $88 | |
99442 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes | 77 | 44 | $88 | |
99211 |
Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional | 57 | 48 | $22 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 49 | 12 | $115 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 46 | 46 | $125 | |
0101T |
High energy shock wave therapy of musculoskeletal system | 44 | 11 | $14 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 18 peers in this city , average services per provider: 256. This provider delivers 26× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$749
Transactions
23
Manufacturers
9
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc. | 10 | $222.60 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP | 3 | $179.71 | |
| Abbott Laboratories | 2 | $170.12 | |
| Novo Nordisk Inc | 3 | $58.45 | |
| Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc. | 1 | $35.08 | |
| Exact Sciences Corporation | 1 | $30.06 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 1 | $20.61 | |
| Amgen Inc. | 1 | $16.42 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 1 | $16.40 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,520
Patients
840
Total drug cost
$36,744
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 454 | 134 | $9,533 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 375 | 113 | $3,513 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 199 | 63 | $2,181 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 185 | 57 | $1,193 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 185 | 60 | $2,065 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 172 | 48 | $2,208 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 130 | 47 | $3,191 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 122 | 51 | $858 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | Generic | 111 | 45 | $2,827 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | Generic | 107 | 40 | $781 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Vernon Chavez's medical specialty?
Dr. Vernon Chavez practices Internal Medicine Physician in Yuma, AZ.
Where does Dr. Vernon Chavez practice?
Dr. Vernon Chavez practices at 1210 W 24Th St, Yuma, AZ 853646226. Office phone: 9287262500.
What is Dr. Vernon Chavez's NPI?
Dr. Vernon Chavez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1023101052, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Vernon Chavez accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Vernon Chavez accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Vernon Chavez commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99223). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.