DR. PAUL R ESGUERRA M.D.
NPI 1215937404
Family Medicine in Linton, IN
About Dr. Paul R Esguerra M.d. NPPES
Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.
DR. PAUL R ESGUERRA M.D. (NPI 1215937404) is an individual family medicine provider in Linton, Indiana, licensed in Indiana (01039089) and active in the NPI registry since July 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Greene County General Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1972).
NPPES Registry Identity
Specialties & Licenses 6
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Other Identifiers 5
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. Paul R Esguerra 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.
Provider Referred Orders for Durable Medical Equipment, Devices & Supplies
The following list reflects the services, supplies or durable medical equipment ordered by this provider to a DME supplier on behalf of patients. The information below is derived from Medicare claims data and reflects the BETOS category, HCPCS code information and the number times each service was submitted under the Medicare fee-for-service program.
Durable Medical Equipment
DME-Other DME (DE017N)
Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips (HCPCS:A4253)
3 DME suppliers used 22 Medicare Claims 34 Services Paid
DME-Oxygen and Supplies (DC000N)
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing (HCPCS:E0431)
3 DME suppliers used 18 Medicare Claims 18 Services Paid
DME-Oxygen and Supplies (DC002N)
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate (HCPCS:E1390)
6 DME suppliers used 56 Medicare Claims 56 Services Paid
DME-Other DME (DE017N)
Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service (HCPCS:K0553)
1 DME suppliers used 11 Medicare Claims 11 Services Paid
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Annual depression screening, 15 minutes
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit
Blood glucose (sugar) test performed by hand-held instrument
Colorectal cancer screening; fecal occult blood test, immunoassay, 1-3 simultaneous
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes
Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 15 minutes
Hemoglobin a1c level
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report
An annual depression screening is a short, routine evaluation to check for signs of depression. It involves answering a series of questions about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. The process takes about 15 minutes and helps detect depression early for better management.
This service was performed 71 times for 71 patientsAn annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
This service was performed 93 times for 93 patientsA blood glucose test uses a handheld device to measure the amount of sugar in your blood. A small prick on your finger allows a drop of blood to be placed on a test strip, which is then read by the device. This helps monitor and manage diabetes effectively.
This service was performed 227 times for 39 patientsA fecal occult blood test is a screening tool for colorectal cancer. It checks for tiny amounts of blood in your stool that can't be seen with the naked eye. The immunoassay method can test 1-3 samples at once. This helps detect cancer early, when treatment is most effective.
This service was performed 14 times for 14 patientsThis 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.
This service was performed 62 times for 45 patientsThis 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.
This service was performed 486 times for 120 patientsA 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.
This service was performed 38 times for 11 patientsHemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.
This service was performed 78 times for 34 patientsAn electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.
This service was performed 85 times for 82 patientsPhysician Visit Costs
The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $20.51 for a new patient copayment and $23.55 for an established patient copayment.
The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.
For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.
The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 47441 ZIP code area.
New Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99203
- Average New Patient Price $82.04
- Minimum New Patient Price $53.07
- Maximum New Patient Price $161.76
- Average New Patient Copayment $20.51
- Minimum New Patient Copayment $13.26
- Maximum New Patient Copayment $40.44
Established Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99214
- Average Established Patient Price $94.22
- Minimum Established Patient Price $16.93
- Maximum Established Patient Price $132.22
- Average Established Patient Copayment $23.55
- Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.23
- Maximum Established Patient Copayment $33.05
* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.
Quality Reporting
The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program. The Quality Payment Program aims to improve population health, reduce costs and improve the care received by Medicare beneficiaries. The following quality measures meet Medicare's statistical reporting standards. Not all providers report the same information, because not all providers give the same services to patients. The quality information is just a snapshot of some the care providers give to their patients. Reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality.
| Quality Measure | Performance | Number of Patients |
|---|---|---|
| Consultation of the Prescription Drug Monitoring Program | Yes | N/A |
| Clinicians would attest to reviewing the patients’ history of controlled substance prescription using state prescription drug monitoring program (PDMP) data prior to the issuance of a Controlled Substance Schedule II (CSII) opioid prescription lasting longer than 3 days. For the transition year, clinicians would attest to 60 percent review of applicable patient’s history. For the Quality Payment Program Year 2 and future years, clinicians would attest to 75 percent review of applicable patient’s history performance. | ||
Find Provider Hospital Affiliations - Privileges
Doctors and physicians must apply for hospital privileges to treat patients at hospitals. Find out if your doctor has privileges to practice at your preferred hospital by using the hospital affiliation information below based on recent medical claims.
Hospital affiliation is identified through self-reporting data, inpatient, outpatient, physician and ancillary service claims linked by the medical claims NPI number and place of service code. Additionally, to further determine provider hospital affiliation the clinician must have provided services to at least three patients on three different dates in the last 12 months. Paul Esguerra is affiliated with the following medical facilities:
| Hospital Name | Address | Phone | Hospital Type | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GREENE COUNTY GENERAL HOSPITAL | 1185 N 1000 W LINTON, IN 47441 | (812) 847-2281 | Critical Access Hospitals |
Other Providers at the Same Location
The following 1 provider is registered at the same or a nearby location.
Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1215937404, enumerated as an "individual" on July 28, 2005.
The provider is located at 2125 E STATE HIGHWAY 54 LINTON, IN 47441 and the phone number is (812) 847-8711.
Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
Paul Esguerra is affiliated with: GREENE COUNTY GENERAL HOSPITAL.
