DR. DIEGO J GONZALEZ M.D.
NPI 1194715938
Pain Medicine - Interventional Pain Medicine in Albuquerque, NM

Q: What is Diego Gonzalez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Diego Gonzalez is 1194715938. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 24, 2005.

Q: What is Diego Gonzalez's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pain Medicine, specializing in Interventional Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 208VP0014X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Diego Gonzalez was last updated on April 14, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.

Active since October 24, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

8300 CARMEL AVE NE STE 500-501, ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87122(505) 633-4141(505) 633-4144 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 14, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 14, 2022, Feb 8, 2022, Jan 23, 2019 (3 updates tracked since 2019).

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About Dr. Diego J Gonzalez M.d. NPPES

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

DR. DIEGO J GONZALEZ M.D. (NPI 1194715938) is an individual interventional pain medicine provider in Albuquerque, New Mexico, licensed in New Mexico (MD2004-0201) and active in the NPI registry since October 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Lovelace Women's Hospital, and maintains 4 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1194715938

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208VP0014X

Provider Legal NameDR. DIEGO J GONZALEZCredential: M.D.

Location Address8300 CARMEL AVE NE STE 500-501Albuquerque, NM 87122-3147

Mailing Address8100 Wyoming Blvd Ne # M4308Albuquerque, NM 87113-1946 · (505) 633-4141 · Fax (505) 243-4804

Phone(505) 633-4141

Fax(505) 633-4144

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1999

Enumeration DateOctober 24, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateApril 14, 20223 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedApril 14, 2022

✔ NPI 1194715938 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyPain Medicine · Interventional Pain MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208VP0014X

License✔ Licensed in NM · MD2004-0201

Definition

Interventional Pain Medicine is the discipline of medicine devoted to the diagnosis and treatment of pain and related disorders principally with the application of interventional techniques in managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, independently or in conjunction with other modalities of treatment.

Also ListedAnesthesiologyTaxonomy 207L00000X · License 2004-0201 (NM)

Also ListedAnesthesiology · Pain MedicineTaxonomy 207LP2900X · License 2004-0201 (NM)

8300 CARMEL AVE NE STE 500-501, Albuquerque, NM 87122

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Secondary Practice Locations 4

Location 18100 Wyoming Blvd NE Ste M4Albuquerque, NM 87113-1963 · Phone (505) 727-7177 · Fax (505) 727-3778

Location 28300 Constitution Ave NEAlbuquerque, NM 87110-7613 · Phone (505) 633-4141 · Fax (505) 633-4144

Location 31901 Red Rock DrGallup, NM 87301-5683 · Phone (505) 633-4141 · Fax (505) 633-4144

Location 4101 Hospital Loop NE Ste 109Albuquerque, NM 87109-2100 · Phone (505) 966-4141 · Fax (505) 633-4144

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid58830839NM

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. Diego J Gonzalez 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 ID3274510284

PECOS Enrollment IDI20040707000414

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 22

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.

147 services73 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

106 services59 patients

Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level 64493

This procedure involves injecting medication into the facet joint in your lower back or sacral spine. It's done under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The aim is to alleviate pain and inflammation. It's a safe, often effective method for managing spinal discomfort.

49 services36 patients

Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level 64494

This procedure involves injecting medication into the facet joints of your lower or sacral spine to manage pain. Imaging guidance ensures accurate placement. It's the second level, meaning it's done on two different joint levels.

49 services36 patients

Injection of upper or middle spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level 64490

This procedure involves injecting medication into a joint in your upper or middle spine. It's performed under imaging guidance for precision. The aim is to reduce inflammation and pain. It's a single-level process, meaning one joint is treated at a time.

40 services25 patients

Injection of upper or middle spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level 64491

This procedure involves injecting medication into the upper or middle spine facet joint, a small joint in your back. This is done under imaging guidance for precision. It's a second-level procedure, meaning it's done on two separate joints. It can help reduce pain and inflammation.

39 services25 patients

Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint 64635

This procedure involves using imaging guidance to accurately target and destroy nerves in the lower or sacral spinal facet joint. It's done to relieve chronic back pain. The process is safe and usually effective.

30 services26 patients

Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, each additional facet joint 64636

This procedure involves using imaging technology to locate and treat nerves in your lower spine or sacral area that may be causing pain. Each additional facet joint refers to treating more than one spinal nerve. It's a non-invasive way to manage chronic back pain.

30 services26 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.

30 services24 patients

Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level 64493

27 services18 patients

Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level 64494

27 services18 patients

Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint 64635

27 services24 patients

Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, each additional facet joint 64636

27 services24 patients

Destruction of peripheral nerve or branch 64640

Destruction of a peripheral nerve or branch is a procedure to treat nerve-related pain. It involves using heat, cold, or chemicals to damage or destroy the nerve, thereby blocking pain signals to the brain. This can provide long-term pain relief.

27 services11 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.

25 services25 patients

Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance 62323

This procedure involves injecting a substance into your lower spine canal, guided by real-time images. It's done to diagnose or treat various conditions. You may feel slight discomfort, but it's generally safe and can provide valuable information for your treatment plan.

21 services19 patients

Injection of upper or middle spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level 64490

19 services11 patients

Injection of upper or middle spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level 64491

19 services11 patients

Destruction of upper or middle spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint 64633

This procedure involves the use of imaging technology to guide a needle to the nerves of a single facet joint in the upper or middle spine. The nerves are then treated to alleviate pain and improve mobility.

19 services18 patients

Destruction of upper or middle spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, each additional facet joint 64634

This procedure involves the use of imaging technology to accurately target and destroy nerves in the upper or middle spinal facet joints, which may be causing pain. Each additional facet joint treated follows the same process.

18 services17 patients

Destruction of upper or middle spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint 64633

16 services12 patients

Destruction of upper or middle spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, each additional facet joint 64634

15 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Lovelace Women's Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Albuquerque, NM

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number320017

Location4701 Montgomery Boulevard NEAlbuquerque, NM 87109 · Bernalillo County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Lovelace Westside Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Albuquerque, NM

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number320074

Location10501 Golf Course Road NWAlbuquerque, NM 87114 · Bernalillo County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 87122 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

$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.

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.

Reported Quality Measures

Prevention of Central Venous Catheter (CVC) - Related Bloodstream Infections

Percentage of patients, regardless of age, who undergo central venous catheter (CVC) insertion for whom CVC was inserted with all elements of maximal sterile barrier technique, hand hygiene, skin preparation and, if ultrasound is used, sterile ultrasound…

100%35 patients

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

DIEGO J GONZALEZ MD PC

Clinic/Center (Pain)

8300 CARMEL AVE NE STE 500-501
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87122

Bernalillo County (505) 633-4141

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 Diego Gonzalez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Diego Gonzalez is 1194715938. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 24, 2005.

Where is Diego Gonzalez located?

Diego Gonzalez practices at 8300 Carmel Ave NE Ste 500-501, Albuquerque, NM 87122. The listed phone number is (505) 633-4141.

What is Diego Gonzalez's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pain Medicine, specializing in Interventional Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 208VP0014X.

Is Diego Gonzalez enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Diego Gonzalez 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 Diego Gonzalez affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Diego Gonzalez is affiliated with Lovelace Women's Hospital and Lovelace Westside Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Diego Gonzalez was last updated on April 14, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.