Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Gaston Ponte, M.D.
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician (CMS: Endocrinology) · Melbourne, FL
- NPI 1518168293
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 84.2 / 100 · 2023
- 24 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1223 Gateway Dr
Melbourne, FL 329012607
(321) 312-3307
fax (321) 956-2539 - Mailing address
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3300 S Fiske Blvd
Rockledge, FL 329554306
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 3, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2002 — 24 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RE0101X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Florida #ME113645
- Medicaid
- FL #010611700
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1518168293. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,014
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$122,703
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 648 | 459 | $124 | |
95251 |
Continuous monitoring of blood sugar level in tissue fluid using sensor under skin with interpretation and report | 107 | 91 | $33 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 106 | 106 | $162 | |
95250 |
Continuous monitoring of blood sugar level in tissue fluid using sensor under skin with provider supplied equipment | 36 | 34 | $133 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 35 | 29 | $176 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 26 | 18 | $118 | |
10005 |
Fine needle aspiration biopsy using ultrasound guidance, first growth | 21 | 20 | $134 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 18 | 18 | $89 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 17 | 16 | $172 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in this city , average services per provider: 442. This provider delivers 2.3× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$98,198
Transactions
177
Manufacturers
11
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lilly USA, LLC | 70 | $46,570.23 | |
| Novo Nordisk Inc | 40 | $23,369.15 | |
| Abbott Laboratories | 23 | $17,702.74 | |
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 16 | $7,783.61 | |
| Medtronic, Inc. | 14 | $1,126.46 | |
| Corcept Therapeutics | 4 | $837.58 | |
| BETA BIONICS, INC. | 2 | $350.99 | |
| Xeris Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 5 | $177.66 | |
| Tandem Diabetes Care, Inc. | 1 | $139.97 | |
| Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 1 | $90.06 | |
| Radius Health, Inc. | 1 | $49.54 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
3,180
Patients
976
Total drug cost
$2,073,642
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 634 | 174 | $8,387 |
| Ozempic (Semaglutide) | Brand | 517 | 155 | $832,928 |
| Jardiance (Empagliflozin) | Brand | 348 | 91 | $416,579 |
| Pioglitazone Hcl | Generic | 291 | 91 | $5,584 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 197 | 71 | $1,692 |
| Synthroid (Levothyroxine Sodium) | Brand | 193 | 51 | $20,603 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 188 | 68 | $20,792 |
| Tresiba Flextouch U-100 (Insulin Degludec) | Brand | 156 | 57 | $114,420 |
| Trulicity (Dulaglutide) | Brand | 147 | 37 | $255,401 |
| Novolog Flexpen (Insulin Aspart) | Brand | 97 | 43 | $122,491 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Gaston Ponte's medical specialty?
Dr. Gaston Ponte practices Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician in Melbourne, FL.
Where does Dr. Gaston Ponte practice?
Dr. Gaston Ponte practices at 1223 Gateway Dr, Melbourne, FL 329012607. Office phone: 3213123307.
What is Dr. Gaston Ponte's NPI?
Dr. Gaston Ponte's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518168293, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Gaston Ponte accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Gaston Ponte accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Gaston Ponte commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Continuous monitoring of blood sugar level in tissue fluid using sensor under skin with interpretation and report (HCPCS 95251); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.