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DR. AXEL A BAEZ-TORRES MD
NPI 1154302552
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology in San German, PR

Active since November 11, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
ROAD #2 KM 174.3 INTERIOR BO CAIN ALTO, HOSPITAL DE LA CONCEPCION, SAN GERMAN, PR 00683(787) 892-1860(787) 892-6465 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. Axel A Baez-torres Md NPPES

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

DR. AXEL A BAEZ-TORRES MD (NPI 1154302552) is an individual anatomic pathology & clinical pathology provider in San German, Puerto Rico, licensed in Puerto Rico (11718) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hospital De La Concepcion, and is a graduate of University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine (1990).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1154302552
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0102X
Provider Legal NameDR. AXEL A BAEZ-TORRESCredential: MD
Location AddressROAD #2 KM 174.3 INTERIOR BO CAIN ALTO, HOSPITAL DE LA CONCEPCIONSan German, PR 00683
Mailing Address232 Isabel St, Mansion RealCoto Laurel, PR 00780-2620 · (787) 840-4260 · Fax (787) 840-4260
Phone(787) 892-1860
Fax(787) 892-6465
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Puerto Rico School Of MedicineGraduated 1990
Enumeration DateNovember 11, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 2026
✔ NPI 1154302552 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0102X
License✔ Licensed in PR · 11718
Definition
A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.

Other Identifiers 2

Other6830048PR · Humana
Other20413BAPR · Sss

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 and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Axel A Baez-torres Md 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 ID4284528571
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040209000868
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 5

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.

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
159 services57 patients
Special stained specimen slides to identify organisms including interpretation and report 88312
This service involves coloring specimen slides in a special way to help identify organisms. The colors make different parts of the organism stand out. Afterward, a detailed interpretation and report on the findings are provided.
47 services19 patients
Preparation of tissue for examination by removing any calcium present 88311
This procedure involves treating tissue samples to remove any calcium, which can interfere with the examination. The tissue is soaked in a special solution that safely dissolves the calcium, leaving the tissue intact for accurate analysis. This helps in making precise diagnoses.
21 services21 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity 88304
A pathology examination of tissue, moderately low complexity, involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. It helps to identify any abnormal cells or diseases. It's a routine procedure, not complex, and provides crucial insights for your diagnosis.
20 services19 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity 88307
A pathology examination of tissue with moderate complexity involves a detailed study of a small tissue sample from your body. Using a microscope, experts analyze the tissue's structure and cells to identify any abnormalities. This helps in diagnosing various health conditions accurately.
16 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Hospital De La Concepcion

Acute Care Hospitals · San German, PR
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number400021
LocationRoad Number 2 Km 173.4 Cain AltoSan German, PR 00683 · San German County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 00683 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
$130.65 typical visit price
range $56.86 – $172.44
Typical copayment $32.66 (range $14.21 – $43.11)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$100.24 typical visit price
range $18.24 – $140.44
Typical copayment $25.06 (range $4.56 – $35.11)
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.

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 Axel Baez-torres's NPI number?

The NPI number for Axel Baez-torres is 1154302552. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 11, 2005.

Where is Axel Baez-torres located?

Axel Baez-torres practices at Road #2 Km 174.3 Interior Bo Cain Alto Hospital De La Concepcion, San German, PR 00683. The listed phone number is (787) 892-1860.

What is Axel Baez-torres's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0102X.

Is Axel Baez-torres enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Axel Baez-torres 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.

Is Axel Baez-torres affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Axel Baez-torres is affiliated with Hospital De La Concepcion.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Axel Baez-torres was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 40 days 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.