Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Jose Cruz Cestero, M.D
Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (CMS: Anesthesiology) · Coto Laurel, PR
- NPI 1437158466
- Accepts Medicare
- 35 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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Carr. 506 Avenue San Cristobal
Coto Laurel, PR 00780
(787) 844-4958
fax (787) 844-4958 - Mailing address
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Po Box 801057
Coto Laurel, PR 007801057
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 3, 2012
- Year of graduation
- 1991 — 35 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207LP2900X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Puerto Rico #11813
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1437158466. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
127
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$5,233
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J1040 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 80 mg | 76 | 18 | $10 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 51 | 20 | $88 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 63. This provider delivers 2.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$15,551
Transactions
36
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbott Laboratories | 11 | $13,676.82 | |
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 8 | $1,270.91 | |
| Medtronic, Inc. | 17 | $603.44 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
3,593
Patients
1,159
Total drug cost
$61,448
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | Generic | 969 | 325 | $12,118 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 805 | 145 | $12,911 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 621 | 199 | $17,044 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 313 | 111 | $1,893 |
| Baclofen | Generic | 200 | 59 | $3,492 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 175 | 61 | $2,271 |
| Acetaminophen-Codeine (Acetaminophen With Codeine) | Brand | 146 | 75 | $2,869 |
| Tramadol Hcl-Acetaminophen (Tramadol Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 83 | 53 | $841 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 62 | 28 | $2,183 |
| Cefadroxil | Generic | 45 | 44 | $411 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Jose Cruz Cestero's medical specialty?
Dr. Jose Cruz Cestero practices Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician in Coto Laurel, PR.
Where does Dr. Jose Cruz Cestero practice?
Dr. Jose Cruz Cestero practices at Carr. 506 Avenue San Cristobal, Coto Laurel, PR 00780. Office phone: 7878444958.
What is Dr. Jose Cruz Cestero's NPI?
Dr. Jose Cruz Cestero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437158466, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Jose Cruz Cestero accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Jose Cruz Cestero accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Jose Cruz Cestero commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 80 mg (HCPCS J1040); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.