Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ernesto Rivera, FNP
Family Nurse Practitioner (CMS: Nurse Practitioner) · Fort Sam Houston, TX
- NPI 1487011425
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 8.6 / 100 · 2023
- 11 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
3551 Roger Brooke Dr
Fort Sam Houston, TX 782344504
(210) 539-9582
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2016 — 10 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 17, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 2015 — 11 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363LF0000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #AP129965
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1487011425. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,427
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$309,072
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99309 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 3,037 | 226 | $87 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 165 | 75 | $97 | |
99310 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes | 150 | 107 | $125 | |
99350 |
Residence visit for established patient with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 60 minutes | 32 | 21 | $153 | |
99349 |
Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes | 22 | 13 | $104 | |
99306 |
Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes | 21 | 21 | $143 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in Fort Sam Houston Family Nurse Practitioner, average services per provider: 156. This provider delivers 22× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$36
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, INC. | 1 | $21.11 | |
| Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, INC. | 1 | $15.13 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
808
Patients
159
Total drug cost
$26,099
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 80 | 22 | $900 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 75 | 19 | $950 |
| Potassium Chloride | Generic | 65 | 17 | $925 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 58 | 0 | $2,127 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 58 | 17 | $930 |
| Trazodone Hcl | Generic | 57 | 18 | $605 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 52 | 0 | $533 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 52 | 17 | $470 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 50 | 18 | $289 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 46 | 0 | $14,757 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ernesto Rivera's medical specialty?
Dr. Ernesto Rivera practices Family Nurse Practitioner in Fort Sam Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Ernesto Rivera practice?
Dr. Ernesto Rivera practices at 3551 Roger Brooke Dr, Fort Sam Houston, TX 782344504. Office phone: 2105399582.
What is Dr. Ernesto Rivera's NPI?
Dr. Ernesto Rivera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487011425, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ernesto Rivera accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ernesto Rivera accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ernesto Rivera commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99309); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99310). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.