Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ernesto Africano, M.D.
Cardiovascular Disease Physician (CMS: Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology)) · The Villages, FL
- NPI 1740292895
- Accepts Medicare
- 51 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
1400 N US Highway 441 Ste 531
The Villages, FL 321598985
(352) 504-3500
fax (352) 504-3388 - Additional location
-
26218 US Highway 27 Ste 103
Leesburg, FL 347481708
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 9, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 1975 — 51 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RC0000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Maryland #D0019400
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1740292895. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
810
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$112,591
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
93306 |
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function | 214 | 208 | $210 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 205 | 135 | $101 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 200 | 118 | $142 | |
93000 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report | 79 | 73 | $17 | |
93224 |
Electrocardiogram (ecg) 2-day continuous with review and report by health care professional | 40 | 40 | $82 | |
93016 |
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with supervision by physician | 20 | 20 | $23 | |
93018 |
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with review by physician | 17 | 17 | $15 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 13 | 13 | $127 | |
93228 |
Electrocardiogram (ecg) up to 30 days continuous with review and report by health care professional | 11 | 11 | $28 | |
93229 |
Electrocardiogram (ecg) up to 30 days continuous with transmission of patient triggered events with review and report by health care professional | 11 | 11 | $1,015 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 8 peers in The Villages Cardiovascular Disease Physician, average services per provider: 152. This provider delivers 5.3× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$304
Transactions
15
Manufacturers
8
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 5 | $111.59 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 3 | $51.22 | |
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 2 | $42.30 | |
| Becton, Dickinson and Company | 1 | $28.37 | |
| Abiomed | 1 | $18.70 | |
| Novo Nordisk INC | 1 | $18.59 | |
| Medicomp INC | 1 | $17.75 | |
| Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals International, Plc | 1 | $15.07 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
199
Patients
33
Total drug cost
$18,380
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 41 | 22 | $498 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 22 | 0 | $656 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 21 | 0 | $377 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | Generic | 18 | 11 | $444 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 17 | 0 | $106 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 16 | 0 | $333 |
| Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide (Losartan/Hydrochlorothiazide) | Brand | 15 | 0 | $219 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 14 | 0 | $14,872 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 13 | 0 | $167 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 11 | 0 | $294 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ernesto Africano's medical specialty?
Dr. Ernesto Africano practices Cardiovascular Disease Physician in The Villages, FL.
Where does Dr. Ernesto Africano practice?
Dr. Ernesto Africano practices at 1400 N US Highway 441 Ste 531, The Villages, FL 321598985. Office phone: 3525043500.
What is Dr. Ernesto Africano's NPI?
Dr. Ernesto Africano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740292895, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ernesto Africano accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ernesto Africano accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ernesto Africano commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function (HCPCS 93306); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.