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GUSTAVO BARRAZUETA M.D.
NPI 1154701670
Orthopaedic Surgery in Carlsbad, NM

Active since June 01, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
83.28/100
CMS Quality Rating
2402 W PIERCE ST STE 6E, CARLSBAD, NM 88220(575) 628-0312(575) 628-8015 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 7, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 7, 2024, Aug 26, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About Gustavo Barrazueta M.d. NPPES

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

GUSTAVO BARRAZUETA M.D. (NPI 1154701670) is an individual orthopaedic surgery provider in Carlsbad, New Mexico, licensed in New Mexico (MD2024-0466) and active in the NPI registry since June 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Merit Health River Region, and is a graduate of Other (2015).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1154701670
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207X00000X
Provider Legal NameGUSTAVO BARRAZUETACredential: M.D.
Location Address2402 W PIERCE ST STE 6ECarlsbad, NM 88220-3566
Mailing Address2402 W Pierce St Ste 6eCarlsbad, NM 88220-3566 · (575) 628-0312
Phone(575) 628-0312
Fax(575) 628-8015
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateJune 1, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateJune 7, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 7, 2024
✔ NPI 1154701670 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207X00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in NM · MD2024-0466✔ Licensed in MA · 264108✔ Licensed in OH · 35.142413
Definition
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
2402 W PIERCE ST STE 6E, Carlsbad, NM 88220
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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

Gustavo Barrazueta 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 ID7012212756
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240521000921, I20260120001391
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 11

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.

Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg J1100
Dexamethasone sodium phosphate is a medication given via injection. It is a type of steroid that helps reduce inflammation and immune responses. It can be used to treat a variety of conditions, such as allergies, skin conditions, arthritis, and more.
158 services34 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.
83 services67 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
77 services77 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610
This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.
27 services23 patients
Injection into tendon or ligament 20550
An injection into a tendon or ligament involves placing medication directly into these areas to help reduce inflammation and pain. It's often used for conditions like arthritis or tendonitis. The procedure is quick and usually involves a local anesthetic.
25 services22 patients
Release of wrist ligament using an endoscope 29848
This procedure involves using a small camera, called an endoscope, to view and treat a tight wrist ligament. The endoscope is inserted through a tiny incision, reducing recovery time and scarring. It helps to relieve pain and improve wrist function.
19 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Merit Health River Region

Acute Care Hospitals · Vicksburg, MS
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number250031
Location2100 Hwy 61 NVicksburg, MS 39183 · Warren County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Eastern New Mexico Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Roswell, NM
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number320006
Location405 W Country Club RoadRoswell, NM 88201 · Chaves County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Artesia General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Artesia, NM
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number320030
Location702 N 13th StreetArtesia, NM 88210 · Eddy County
Emergency services

Carlsbad Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Carlsbad, NM
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number320063
Location2430 West Pierce StreetCarlsbad, NM 88220 · Eddy County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Nor-Lea Hospital District

Critical Access Hospitals · Lovington, NM
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number321305
Location1600 North Main AveLovington, NM 88260 · Lea County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 88220 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
$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.

83.28/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality58.73
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

TITUS PLOMARITIS JR. M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery
2402 W PIERCE ST STE 6E
CARLSBAD, NM 88220
Eddy County (575) 628-3012

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 Gustavo Barrazueta's NPI number?

The NPI number for Gustavo Barrazueta is 1154701670. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 1, 2015.

Where is Gustavo Barrazueta located?

Gustavo Barrazueta practices at 2402 W Pierce St Ste 6E, Carlsbad, NM 88220. The listed phone number is (575) 628-0312.

What is Gustavo Barrazueta's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.

Is Gustavo Barrazueta enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Gustavo Barrazueta 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 Gustavo Barrazueta affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Gustavo Barrazueta is affiliated with Merit Health River Region, Eastern New Mexico Medical Center, Artesia General Hospital, Carlsbad Medical Center and Nor-Lea Hospital District.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Gustavo Barrazueta was last updated on June 7, 2024. 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.