DR. ERNEST FLORES M.D.
NPI 1154353183
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Las Cruces, NM

Active since July 07, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100 W GRIGGS AVE, LAS CRUCES, NM 88001(575) 522-7260(575) 522-1355 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 18, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 18, 2021, May 5, 2020, Feb 12, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. Ernest Flores M.d. NPPES

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

DR. ERNEST FLORES M.D. (NPI 1154353183) is an individual psychiatry provider in Las Cruces, New Mexico, licensed in New Mexico (84-180) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Memorial Medical Center, and is a graduate of Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine (1980).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1154353183
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameDR. ERNEST FLORESCredential: M.D.
Location Address100 W GRIGGS AVELas Cruces, NM 88001-1234
Mailing Address100 W Griggs AveLas Cruces, NM 88001-1234 · (575) 522-7260 · Fax (575) 522-1355
Fax(575) 522-1355
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSMichigan State University College Of Human MedicineGraduated 1980
Enumeration DateJuly 7, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 18, 20213 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 18, 2021
NPI 1154353183 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License Licensed in NM · 84-180
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
100 W GRIGGS AVE, Las Cruces, NM 88001

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid00033688NM

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. Ernest Flores 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 ID4486616554
PECOS Enrollment IDI20051110000163
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 2

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.
212 services73 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Memorial Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Las Cruces, NM
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number320018
Location2450 South Telshor BlvdLas Cruces, NM 88011 · Dona Ana County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 88001 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
$166.80 typical visit price
range $54.26 – $166.80
Typical copayment $41.70 (range $13.56 – $41.70)
Most-billed visit code 99205
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.

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.

Counselor (Mental Health)
100 W GRIGGS AVE
LAS CRUCES, NM 88001
Case Manager/Care Coordinator
100 W GRIGGS AVE
LAS CRUCES, NM 88001
Case Manager/Care Coordinator
100 W GRIGGS AVE
LAS CRUCES, NM 88001
Counselor (Mental Health)
100 W GRIGGS AVE
LAS CRUCES, NM 88001
Case Manager/Care Coordinator
100 W GRIGGS AVE
LAS CRUCES, NM 88001
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
100 W GRIGGS AVE
LAS CRUCES, NM 88001
Case Manager/Care Coordinator
100 W GRIGGS AVE
LAS CRUCES, NM 88001
Social Worker
100 W GRIGGS AVE
LAS CRUCES, NM 88001

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 Ernest Flores's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ernest Flores is 1154353183. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 7, 2006.

Where is Ernest Flores located?

Ernest Flores practices at 100 W Griggs Ave, Las Cruces, NM 88001. The listed phone number is (575) 522-7260.

What is Ernest Flores's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Ernest Flores enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ernest Flores 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 Ernest Flores accept?

Health plans from Providence Health Plan list Ernest Flores 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 Ernest Flores affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ernest Flores is affiliated with Memorial Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ernest Flores was last updated on February 18, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.