DR. FRANCES MARIA ALBA M.D.
NPI 1043584097
Urology in Albuquerque, NM

Active since March 07, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
85.18/100
CMS Quality Rating
1 UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO, DEPT. OF SURGERY. MSC10-5610, ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87131(505) 272-5505 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 17, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 17, 2023, Mar 16, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Frances Maria Alba M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. FRANCES MARIA ALBA M.D. (NPI 1043584097) is an individual urology provider in Albuquerque, New Mexico, licensed in New Mexico (MD2012-0075) and active in the NPI registry since March 2012. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Unm Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of New Mexico School Of Medicine (2007).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1043584097
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy208800000X
Provider Legal NameDR. FRANCES MARIA ALBACredential: M.D.
Location Address1 UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO, DEPT. OF SURGERY. MSC10-5610Albuquerque, NM 87131-0001
Mailing Address933 Bradbury Dr Se, Ste. 2222Albuquerque, NM 87106-4374
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of New Mexico School Of MedicineGraduated 2007
Enumeration DateMarch 7, 2012
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 17, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 17, 2023
NPI 1043584097 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyUrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208800000X
License Licensed in NM · MD2012-0075
Definition
A urologist manages benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and the adrenal gland. This specialist has comprehensive knowledge of and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous and open surgery of congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems and their contiguous structures.
1 UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO, Albuquerque, NM 87131

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Frances Maria Alba M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID9032367131
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120914000306
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 4

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
47 services43 patients
Diagnostic exam of bladder and urethra using an endoscope 52000
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light, called an endoscope, to examine the bladder and urethra. It helps in identifying any abnormalities or issues that may be causing discomfort or other symptoms.
39 services37 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
18 services18 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
17 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Unm Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Albuquerque, NM
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number320001
Location2211 Lomas Boulevard NEAlbuquerque, NM 87106 · Bernalillo County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 87131 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$126.21 typical visit price
range $54.26 – $166.80
Typical copayment $31.55 (range $13.56 – $41.70)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$68.00 typical visit price
range $17.00 – $135.35
Typical copayment $17.00 (range $4.25 – $33.83)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

85.18/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality81
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost57.08

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Intermittent urinary catheter; straight tip, with or without coating (teflon, silicone, silicone elastomer, or hydrophilic, etc.), each A4351
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF008N
3 suppliers33 claims7,950 services$1.73 avg. paid by Medicare
Bedside drainage bag, day or night, with or without anti-reflux device, with or without tube, each A4357
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
3 suppliers11 claims52 services$8.63 avg. paid by Medicare
Lubricant, per ounce A4402
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF010N
2 suppliers11 claims124 services$1.34 avg. paid by Medicare
Ostomy skin barrier, with flange (solid, flexible, or accordion), extended wear, with built-in convexity, 4 x 4 inches or smaller, each A4407
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF010N
2 suppliers13 claims390 services$8.25 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1 UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87131
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1 UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87131
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1 UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87131
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1 UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87131
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1 UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87131
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1 UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87131
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1 UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87131
Anesthesiology
1 UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87131

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Frances Alba's NPI number?

The NPI number for Frances Alba is 1043584097. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 7, 2012.

Where is Frances Alba located?

Frances Alba practices at 1 University Of New Mexico Dept. Of Surgery. Msc10-5610, Albuquerque, NM 87131. The listed phone number is (505) 272-5505.

What is Frances Alba's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Urology with taxonomy code 208800000X.

Is Frances Alba enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Frances Alba is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Frances Alba accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Ambetter of Oklahoma list Frances Alba as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Frances Alba affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Frances Alba is affiliated with Unm Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Frances Alba was last updated on November 17, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.