Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ricardo Alvarado, MD
Pain Medicine Physician (CMS: Pain Management) · San Antonio, TX
- NPI 1497935456
- Accepts Medicare
- 21 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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4100 E Piedras Dr Ste 165
San Antonio, TX 782282502
(107) 055-0602 - Additional location
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2833 Babcock RD Ste 435
San Antonio, TX 782294850
(210) 705-5060 - Mailing address
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Po Box 661242
Dallas, TX 752661242
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 23, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2005 — 21 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208VP0000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #N1252
- Medicaid
- TX #283866604
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1497935456. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
6,865
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$336,500
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
96375 |
Injection of additional new drug or substance into vein | 824 | 18 | $15 | |
99211 |
Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional | 694 | 202 | $22 | |
J2405 |
Injection, ondansetron hydrochloride, per 1 mg | 632 | 13 | $0 | |
99484 |
Care management services for behavioral health conditions, 20 minutes or more clinical staff time directed by health care professional | 502 | 178 | $41 | |
96130 |
Evaluation of psychological test, first hour | 460 | 123 | $116 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 428 | 139 | $121 | |
80307 |
Testing for presence of drug, by chemistry analyzers | 387 | 191 | $61 | |
G0483 |
Drug test(s), definitive, utilizing (1) drug identification methods able to identify individual drugs and distinguish between structural isomers (but not necessarily stereoisomers), including, but not limited to gc/ms (any type, single or tandem) and lc/ms | 385 | 190 | $241 | |
96366 |
Infusion into a vein for therapy, prevention, or diagnosis, each additional hour | 381 | 18 | $19 | |
J1100 |
Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg | 250 | 35 | $0 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in this city , average services per provider: 391. This provider delivers 18× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$4,942
Transactions
76
Manufacturers
8
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nevro Corp. | 41 | $3,210.80 | |
| SPR Therapeutics, Inc | 6 | $546.62 | |
| Abbott Laboratories | 14 | $453.35 | |
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 5 | $325.77 | |
| PAINTEQ LLC | 5 | $144.53 | |
| BIOTRONIK NRO, Inc. | 1 | $109.25 | |
| MML US, Inc. | 3 | $98.61 | |
| Spinal Simplicity, LLC | 1 | $53.14 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
875
Patients
220
Total drug cost
$19,557
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 389 | 67 | $9,680 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 76 | 21 | $1,565 |
| Baclofen | Generic | 59 | 24 | $771 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 55 | 20 | $446 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 37 | 0 | $1,460 |
| Acetaminophen-Codeine (Acetaminophen With Codeine) | Brand | 33 | 19 | $651 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 33 | 15 | $597 |
| Morphine Sulfate Er (Morphine Sulfate) | Brand | 33 | 0 | $782 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 26 | 12 | $300 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 24 | 11 | $125 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ricardo Alvarado's medical specialty?
Dr. Ricardo Alvarado practices Pain Medicine Physician in San Antonio, TX.
Where does Dr. Ricardo Alvarado practice?
Dr. Ricardo Alvarado practices at 4100 E Piedras Dr Ste 165, San Antonio, TX 782282502. Office phone: 1070550602.
What is Dr. Ricardo Alvarado's NPI?
Dr. Ricardo Alvarado's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497935456, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ricardo Alvarado accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ricardo Alvarado accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ricardo Alvarado commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection of additional new drug or substance into vein (HCPCS 96375); Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional (HCPCS 99211); Injection, ondansetron hydrochloride, per 1 mg (HCPCS J2405). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.