Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Cesar Fors Nieves, M.D.
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · Internal Medicine Physician · New York, NY
- NPI 1053547943
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 84.5 / 100 · 2023
- 22 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
171 Delancey St
New York, NY 100023411
(929) 455-2600
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2009 — 17 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 31, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2004 — 22 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- New York #269183
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1053547943. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,157
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$72,521
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 499 | 59 | $1 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 281 | 148 | $145 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 170 | 106 | $8 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 109 | 55 | $85 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 40 | 33 | $201 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 34 | 34 | $193 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 24 | 24 | $246 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 52 peers in this city , average services per provider: 266. This provider delivers 4.3× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,341
Patients
450
Total drug cost
$59,218
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 170 | 55 | $11,636 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 168 | 57 | $12,877 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 125 | 42 | $6,981 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 119 | 53 | $1,675 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 99 | 35 | $1,400 |
| Ibuprofen | Generic | 89 | 37 | $919 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 84 | 30 | $1,738 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 76 | 22 | $375 |
| Alendronate Sodium | Generic | 71 | 30 | $890 |
| Folic Acid | Generic | 68 | 20 | $294 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Cesar Fors Nieves's medical specialty?
Dr. Cesar Fors Nieves practices Rheumatology Physician in New York, NY.
Where does Dr. Cesar Fors Nieves practice?
Dr. Cesar Fors Nieves practices at 171 Delancey St, New York, NY 100023411. Office phone: 9294552600.
What is Dr. Cesar Fors Nieves's NPI?
Dr. Cesar Fors Nieves's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053547943, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Cesar Fors Nieves accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Cesar Fors Nieves accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Cesar Fors Nieves commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.