Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Jose Velez, MD
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · San Antonio, TX
- NPI 1578744538
- Accepts Medicare
- 23 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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4458 Medical Dr Ste 205
San Antonio, TX 782293748
(210) 614-1515
fax (210) 499-0811 - Mailing address
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16620 N US Highway 281 Ste 300
San Antonio, TX 782322679
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 14, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2003 — 23 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #N8469
- Medicaid
- TX #286524801
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1578744538. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,276
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$240,501
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 342 | 145 | $76 | |
J0885 |
Injection, epoetin alfa, (for non-esrd use), 1000 units | 288 | 20 | $7 | |
99490 |
Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month | 265 | 50 | $58 | |
90960 |
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 250 | 38 | $339 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 246 | 101 | $68 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 207 | 95 | $111 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 126 | 66 | $102 | |
90935 |
Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation | 124 | 63 | $69 | |
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 | 108 | 38 | $45 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 72 | 64 | $125 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 47 peers in San Antonio Nephrology Physician, average services per provider: 133. This provider delivers 17× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,020
Transactions
33
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Travere Therapeutics, INC. | 4 | $165.96 | |
| Medtronic, INC. | 1 | $160.28 | |
| Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals INC. | 1 | $119.91 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 5 | $96.91 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 3 | $71.47 | |
| Akebia Therapeutics INC | 2 | $54.88 | |
| Fresenius USA Marketing, INC. | 3 | $54.09 | |
| Ardelyx, INC. | 3 | $53.77 | |
| Amgen INC. | 2 | $40.64 | |
| Calliditas Therapeutics US INC. | 2 | $39.66 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 2 | $39.12 | |
| Ani Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 2 | $38.91 | |
| CorMedix INC. | 1 | $36.73 | |
| Veloxis Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $28.30 | |
| Alexion Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $19.63 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,130
Patients
335
Total drug cost
$498,774
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Furosemide | Generic | 170 | 54 | $1,475 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 140 | 47 | $2,342 |
| Allopurinol | Generic | 127 | 41 | $1,478 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | Generic | 124 | 43 | $26,571 |
| Farxiga (Dapagliflozin Propanediol) | Brand | 120 | 28 | $110,401 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 70 | 28 | $702 |
| Spironolactone | Generic | 64 | 20 | $660 |
| Velphoro (Sucroferric Oxyhydroxide) | Brand | 58 | 16 | $207,744 |
| Auryxia (Ferric Citrate) | Brand | 50 | 14 | $103,852 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | Generic | 40 | 17 | $1,526 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Jose Velez's medical specialty?
Dr. Jose Velez practices Nephrology Physician in San Antonio, TX.
Where does Dr. Jose Velez practice?
Dr. Jose Velez practices at 4458 Medical Dr Ste 205, San Antonio, TX 782293748. Office phone: 2106141515.
What is Dr. Jose Velez's NPI?
Dr. Jose Velez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578744538, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Jose Velez accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Jose Velez accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Jose Velez commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Injection, epoetin alfa, (for non-esrd use), 1000 units (HCPCS J0885); Chronic care management services (HCPCS 99490). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.