Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Catalina Sanchez Alvarez, MD
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · Internal Medicine Physician · Rheumatology Physician · Gainesville, FL
- NPI 1619350519
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 78.2 / 100 · 2023
- 14 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 3 locations .
- Primary practice
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1600 Sw Archer RD
Gainesville, FL 326100001
(352) 392-8601 - Additional location
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4500 San Pablo RD S
Jacksonville, FL 322241865
(904) 953-2000 - Additional location
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200 1St St Sw
Rochester, MN 559050001
(507) 284-2511 - Mailing address
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200 1St St Sw
Rochester, MN 559050001
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2015 — 11 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 23, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2012 — 14 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Minnesota #63571 · Florida #ME133214
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1619350519. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
363
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$43,326
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 147 | 108 | $126 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 124 | 77 | $174 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 80 | 46 | $8 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 12 | 12 | $218 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in Gainesville Rheumatology Physician, average services per provider: 222. This provider delivers 1.6× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
797
Patients
155
Total drug cost
$812,896
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 169 | 54 | $7,950 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 162 | 52 | $1,997 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 136 | 49 | $13,180 |
| Humira(Cf) Pen (Adalimumab) | Brand | 57 | 0 | $508,452 |
| Leflunomide | Generic | 39 | 0 | $2,558 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 29 | 0 | $1,223 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 28 | 0 | $2,326 |
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 27 | 0 | $162 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 24 | 0 | $296 |
| Folic Acid | Generic | 23 | 0 | $86 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Catalina Sanchez Alvarez's medical specialty?
Dr. Catalina Sanchez Alvarez practices Rheumatology Physician in Gainesville, FL.
Where does Dr. Catalina Sanchez Alvarez practice?
Dr. Catalina Sanchez Alvarez practices at 1600 Sw Archer RD, Gainesville, FL 326100001. Office phone: 3523928601.
What is Dr. Catalina Sanchez Alvarez's NPI?
Dr. Catalina Sanchez Alvarez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1619350519, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Catalina Sanchez Alvarez accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Catalina Sanchez Alvarez accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Catalina Sanchez Alvarez commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215); Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.