Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Niceto Lopez, MD
Hospitalist Physician · Walnut Creek, CA
- NPI 1003012931
- 19 yrs on file
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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801 Ygnacio Valley RD, Suite 250
Walnut Creek, CA 945963871
(925) 946-1080 - Mailing address
-
3608 Lakeshore Ave Apt 3
Oakland, CA 946101763
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 8, 2007
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208M00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A96421
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1003012931. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,368
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$400,823
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99309 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 2,683 | 256 | $114 | |
99306 |
Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes | 278 | 202 | $193 | |
99315 |
Nursing facility discharge day management, 30 minutes or less | 135 | 105 | $87 | |
99310 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes | 82 | 71 | $163 | |
99316 |
Nursing facility discharge management, more than 30 minutes | 74 | 73 | $139 | |
99308 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 15 minutes | 65 | 48 | $79 | |
G0317 |
Prolonged nursing facility evaluation and management service(s) beyond the total time for the primary service (when the primary service has been selected using time on the date of the primary service); each additional 15 minutes by the physician or qualifi | 51 | 48 | $32 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 20 peers in Walnut Creek Hospitalist Physician, average services per provider: 150. This provider delivers 22× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
3,727
Patients
568
Total drug cost
$129,342
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 445 | 78 | $6,604 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 420 | 70 | $3,385 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 330 | 49 | $4,076 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 298 | 46 | $82,072 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 281 | 44 | $7,096 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 268 | 36 | $3,321 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 263 | 45 | $2,432 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 245 | 39 | $1,493 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | Generic | 213 | 34 | $4,085 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 197 | 33 | $1,381 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Niceto Lopez's medical specialty?
Dr. Niceto Lopez practices Hospitalist Physician in Walnut Creek, CA.
Where does Dr. Niceto Lopez practice?
Dr. Niceto Lopez practices at 801 Ygnacio Valley RD, Walnut Creek, CA 945963871. Office phone: 9259461080.
What is Dr. Niceto Lopez's NPI?
Dr. Niceto Lopez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1003012931, issued by NPPES.
What procedures does Dr. Niceto Lopez commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99309); Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99306); Nursing facility discharge day management (HCPCS 99315). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.