Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Flavio Alvarez, MD
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Emergency Medicine Physician · Live Oak, TX
- NPI 1932175601
- Accepts Medicare
- 37 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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11481 Toepperwein RD, Ste 1202
Live Oak, TX 78233
(210) 655-8470
fax (210) 967-0276 - Mailing address
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16620 N US Highway 281, Ste 300
San Antonio, TX 782322327
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 12, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 1989 — 37 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #K4849
- Medicaid
- TX #046188101
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1932175601. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,975
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$290,295
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99490 |
Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month | 392 | 74 | $58 | |
90960 |
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 389 | 56 | $338 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 329 | 194 | $106 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 262 | 80 | $76 | |
99439 |
Chronic care management services for two or more chronic conditions, additional 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month | 155 | 58 | $45 | |
90961 |
Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 93 | 41 | $280 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 83 | 45 | $114 | |
90966 |
Home dialysis services per month (20 years or older) | 59 | 12 | $271 | |
99426 |
Principal care management services for a single high-risk disease, first 30 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month | 49 | 15 | $59 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 45 | 43 | $167 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in Live Oak Nephrology Physician, average services per provider: 191. This provider delivers 10× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$2,100
Transactions
94
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 14 | $377.07 | |
| Aurinia Pharma U.S., INC. | 8 | $303.22 | |
| Amgen INC. | 16 | $230.84 | |
| Ardelyx, INC. | 5 | $188.74 | |
| Fresenius USA Marketing, INC. | 18 | $162.22 | |
| VentureMed Group, INC. | 1 | $152.87 | |
| Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals INC. | 9 | $145.27 | |
| CorMedix INC. | 3 | $87.60 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 3 | $85.82 | |
| Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, INC. | 3 | $73.73 | |
| Mallinckrodt Hospital Products INC. | 3 | $60.43 | |
| Travere Therapeutics, INC. | 4 | $57.86 | |
| Novo Nordisk INC | 3 | $53.76 | |
| Opko Pharmaceuticals, LLC | 3 | $43.81 | |
| Ani Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $20.71 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,685
Patients
533
Total drug cost
$559,811
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farxiga (Dapagliflozin Propanediol) | Brand | 196 | 67 | $166,641 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 186 | 53 | $1,246 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 172 | 60 | $2,211 |
| Nifedipine ER (Nifedipine) | Brand | 170 | 59 | $7,875 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 127 | 48 | $1,026 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | Generic | 124 | 42 | $26,954 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 121 | 38 | $1,506 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 113 | 32 | $1,051 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 77 | 24 | $1,865 |
| Auryxia (Ferric Citrate) | Brand | 75 | 24 | $174,663 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Flavio Alvarez's medical specialty?
Dr. Flavio Alvarez practices Nephrology Physician in Live Oak, TX.
Where does Dr. Flavio Alvarez practice?
Dr. Flavio Alvarez practices at 11481 Toepperwein RD, Live Oak, TX 78233. Office phone: 2106558470.
What is Dr. Flavio Alvarez's NPI?
Dr. Flavio Alvarez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1932175601, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Flavio Alvarez accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Flavio Alvarez accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Flavio Alvarez commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Chronic care management services (HCPCS 99490); Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) (HCPCS 90960); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.