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ERIC WALBURN METZLER M.D.
NPI 1144289851
Family Medicine - Geriatric Medicine in Socorro, NM

Active since March 21, 2006PECOS Enrolled
1203 HIGHWAY 60, SOCORRO, NM 87801(575) 835-2724(575) 835-4378 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 6, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 6, 2024, Jul 11, 2023, Feb 11, 2019 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2016).

About Eric Walburn Metzler M.d. NPPES

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

ERIC WALBURN METZLER M.D. (NPI 1144289851) is an individual geriatric medicine provider in Socorro, New Mexico, licensed in New Mexico (MD2010-0098) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1144289851
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207QG0300X
Provider Legal NameERIC WALBURN METZLERCredential: M.D.
Location Address1203 HIGHWAY 60Socorro, NM 87801-5816
Mailing AddressPo Box 1279Socorro, NM 87801-1279 · (505) 858-1222 · Fax (818) 861-3324
Phone(575) 835-2724
Fax(575) 835-4378
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateMarch 21, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 6, 20244 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 6, 2024
✔ NPI 1144289851 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily Medicine · Geriatric MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207QG0300X
Licenses✔ Licensed in NM · MD2010-0098✔ Licensed in NM · RS2009-0379
Definition

A family medicine physician with special knowledge of the aging process and special skills in the diagnostic, therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative aspects of illness in the elderly. This specialist cares for geriatric patients in the patient's home, the office, long-term care settings such as nursing homes, and the hospital.

Also ListedFamily MedicineTaxonomy 207Q00000X · License 012897 (ME), MD2010-0098 (NM)
Also ListedFamily Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineTaxonomy 207QH0002X · License MD2010-0098 (NM)
1203 HIGHWAY 60, Socorro, NM 87801
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Eric Eugene Metzler M.d.

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1c/o Manzano del Sol Health Center, 5201 Roma Ave NEAlbuquerque, NM 87108 · Phone (505) 858-1222 · Fax (818) 861-3324
Location 213170 Central Ave SE, Ste B #416ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87123-5588 · Phone (505) 851-1222 · Fax (818) 861-3324

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid76133737NM

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Eric Walburn Metzler M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 6

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.

Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.
81 services41 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
78 services45 patients
Initial nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99305
An initial nursing facility visit per day is a service where a healthcare professional spends about 35 minutes assessing a patient's health status. This includes reviewing medical history, conducting a physical exam, and developing a care plan based on the patient's needs.
15 services14 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 10 minutes 99307
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day typically lasts about 10 minutes. This service involves a healthcare professional checking on your health status, answering any questions you may have, and monitoring your progress. This routine check ensures your recovery is on track and any concerns are addressed promptly.
14 services12 patients
Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 50 minutes or more 99306
An initial nursing facility visit is your first meeting with your healthcare team at a nursing facility. Lasting typically 45 minutes, this appointment involves a comprehensive health assessment and the creation of your personalized care plan. It's a crucial step to ensure your health and well-being.
12 services12 patients
Initial nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99305
An initial nursing facility visit per day is a service where a healthcare professional spends about 35 minutes assessing a patient's health status. This includes reviewing medical history, conducting a physical exam, and developing a care plan based on the patient's needs.
11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 87801 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
$84.79 typical visit price
range $54.26 – $166.80
Typical copayment $21.19 (range $13.56 – $41.70)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$96.38 typical visit price
range $17.00 – $135.35
Typical copayment $24.09 (range $4.25 – $33.83)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 14

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

Urinary catheter anchoring device, adhesive skin attachment, each A4333
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier18 claims216 services$2.14 avg. paid by Medicare
Urinary catheter anchoring device, leg strap, each A4334
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier17 claims17 services$4.74 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
1 supplier17 claims23 services$7.98 avg. paid by Medicare
Collagen based wound filler, dry form, sterile, per gram of collagen A6010
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
2 suppliers15 claims313 services$29.94 avg. paid by Medicare
Conforming bandage, non-elastic, knitted/woven, sterile, width greater than or equal to three inches and less than five inches, per yard A6446
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
2 suppliers17 claims1,282 services$0.37 avg. paid by Medicare
Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, with mattress E0260
DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N
2 suppliers17 claims17 services$50.43 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

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

SOCORRO WELLNESS & REHABILITATION LLC
Skilled Nursing Facility
1203 HIGHWAY 60
SOCORRO, NM 87801
Socorro County (575) 835-2724

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 Eric Metzler's NPI number?

The NPI number for Eric Metzler is 1144289851. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 21, 2006. The provider is also known as Eric Eugene Metzler M.D..

Where is Eric Metzler located?

Eric Metzler practices at 1203 Highway 60, Socorro, NM 87801. The listed phone number is (575) 835-2724.

What is Eric Metzler's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine, specializing in Geriatric Medicine, with taxonomy code 207QG0300X.

Is Eric Metzler enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Eric Metzler is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Eric Metzler was last updated on February 6, 2024. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.