DIEGO ESPAILLAT PRESTOL MD
NPI 1255513214
Anesthesiology in Charlotte, NC

Q: What is Diego Espaillat Prestol's NPI number?

The NPI number for Diego Espaillat Prestol is 1255513214. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 3, 2007.

Q: What is Diego Espaillat Prestol's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Active since December 03, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

2001 VAIL AVE, CHARLOTTE, NC 28207(704) 304-5000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 19, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 30, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 19, 2024, Jan 27, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Diego Espaillat Prestol Md NPPES

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

DIEGO ESPAILLAT PRESTOL MD (NPI 1255513214) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Charlotte, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (2023-02456) and active in the NPI registry since December 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Carolinas Medical Center/behav Health, and is a graduate of Other (2001).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1255513214

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207L00000X

Provider Legal NameDIEGO ESPAILLAT PRESTOLCredential: MD

Location Address2001 VAIL AVECharlotte, NC 28207-1248

Mailing Address6135 Park South Dr Ste 510Charlotte, NC 28210-0100 · (704) 749-3116

Phone(704) 304-5000

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2001

Enumeration DateDecember 3, 2007

Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 19, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedSeptember 19, 2024

✔ NPI 1255513214 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207L00000X

License✔ Licensed in NC · 2023-02456

Definition

An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.

Also ListedAnesthesiology · Pain MedicineTaxonomy 207LP2900X · License ME128770 (FL)

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License ME128770 (FL)

2001 VAIL AVE, Charlotte, NC 28207

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Oscar Health Plan of North Carolina, Inc.Insurance ›

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

Diego Espaillat Prestol 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 ID8527113547

PECOS Enrollment IDI20240314000013

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 14

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.

Anesthesia for electroshock therapy 00104

Anesthesia for electroshock therapy involves administering medications to put you into a deep sleep. This ensures you won't feel pain or remember the procedure. It's essential for your comfort and safety during the therapy.

43 services22 patients

Anesthesia for extensive surgery on spine 00670

Anesthesia for extensive spine surgery involves medication to block pain and make you unconscious during the procedure. It ensures comfort and prevents movement. Two types may be used: general (you sleep) or regional (numbs a large area). The choice depends on the surgery specifics and your health.

43 services43 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on lower leg, ankle, and foot bones 01480

Anesthesia for procedures on lower leg, ankle, and foot bones involves administering medication to block pain and sensation in these areas. This allows doctors to perform necessary treatments or surgeries without causing discomfort. The type of anesthesia used can vary based on the specific procedure.

33 services32 patients

Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement 01402

Anesthesia for a total knee joint replacement numbs your body to eliminate pain during surgery. This could be general anesthesia where you're unconscious, or regional anesthesia where only the leg is numb. It's administered by a specialist, ensuring safety and comfort.

32 services32 patients

Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into arm nerve bundle (brachial plexus) 64415

This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent or steroid into your arm's nerve bundle. It's done to manage pain or inflammation. The injection helps block nerve signals that cause discomfort, providing relief. It's a safe, common procedure.

32 services32 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731

This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.

26 services26 patients

Anesthesia for open or endoscopic total shoulder joint replacement 01638

Anesthesia for total shoulder joint replacement, either open or endoscopic, involves using medications to block pain during surgery. It can be general (you're asleep) or regional (only the area being operated on is numbed). This ensures comfort and stillness, facilitating a successful procedure.

21 services21 patients

Anesthesia for placement or revision of blood flow shunt 01844

Anesthesia for blood flow shunt placement or revision ensures comfort during the procedure. It involves medication to numb or induce sleep, preventing pain or discomfort. It's safe, monitored by professionals, and tailored to individual needs.

19 services19 patients

Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into lower back and leg nerve (sciatic nerve) 64445

This procedure involves injecting an anesthetic or steroid into the lower back and leg nerve to alleviate pain. The injection helps reduce inflammation and numb the area, providing relief from discomfort. This is a common treatment for conditions such as sciatica and herniated discs.

19 services19 patients

Anesthesia for procedure on small and large bowel using an endoscope 00813

Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the small and large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. It involves administering medicine to help you sleep or feel drowsy. This allows the doctor to examine your bowels without causing you discomfort or pain.

18 services18 patients

Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) 64447

This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent and/or steroid into a nerve in your thigh. It's done to alleviate pain or inflammation. A needle will be carefully positioned near the nerve, and the medicine will be administered.

18 services18 patients

Anesthesia for total hip replacement 01214

Anesthesia for total hip replacement is a medical service where medication is given to eliminate pain during surgery. Two types are commonly used: general anesthesia, making you unconscious, or spinal anesthesia, numbing the lower body. The choice depends on your health and your doctor's recommendation.

15 services15 patients

Anesthesia for exam of colon using an endoscope 00812

Anesthesia for a colon examination with an endoscope is a method used to ensure comfort during the procedure. It involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep, thus reducing discomfort as the endoscope, a thin, flexible tube, is navigated through your colon.

13 services13 patients

Anesthesia for removal of prostate including use of an endoscope 00914

Anesthesia is used during the removal of the prostate to ensure you feel no discomfort. An endoscope, a thin tube with a camera, aids in viewing the area. This procedure involves the careful administration of medicines to help you sleep and prevent pain.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Carolinas Medical Center/Behav Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Charlotte, NC

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number340113

Location1000 Blythe BlvdCharlotte, NC 28203 · Mecklenburg County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

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

Post-Anesthetic Transfer of Care Measure: Procedure Room to a Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)

Percentage of patients, regardless of age, who are under the care of an anesthesia practitioner and are admitted to a PACU or other non-ICU location in which a post-anesthetic formal transfer of care protocol or checklist which includes the key transfer of…

70%47 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%

Pre-operative OSA assessment

Percentage of patients who undergo a surgical procedure in the operating room/procedure room that have a pre-operative assessment for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)

97%423 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

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 20

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

LESLIE KAY RUFFING ADCOCK MD

Family Medicine

2001 VAIL AVE, STE 400
CHARLOTTE, NC 28207

Mecklenburg County (704) 304-7000

TAYLOR DEREK JOHNSON MD

Anesthesiology

2001 VAIL AVE
CHARLOTTE, NC 28207

Mecklenburg County (704) 304-5000

JENNIFER J CLINE PT

Physical Therapist

2001 VAIL AVE
CHARLOTTE, NC 28207

Mecklenburg County (704) 379-5837

VISHALAKSHI KALYANA SUNDARAM MD

Family Medicine

2001 VAIL AVE, STE 400
CHARLOTTE, NC 28207

Mecklenburg County (704) 304-7000

KRYSTENE LYNN HELGESON PA

Physician Assistant

2001 VAIL AVE
CHARLOTTE, NC 28207

Mecklenburg County (704) 304-6070

ESTHER REBECCA LANDIS HAYES MD

Family Medicine

2001 VAIL AVE, STE 400
CHARLOTTE, NC 28207

Mecklenburg County (704) 304-7000

SHENA S PATEL PT

Physical Therapist

2001 VAIL AVE
CHARLOTTE, NC 28207

Mecklenburg County (704) 379-5632

DUPAL PATEL MD

Family Medicine (Geriatric Medicine)

2001 VAIL AVE, STE 400
CHARLOTTE, NC 28207

Mecklenburg County (704) 304-7000

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 Espaillat Prestol's NPI number?

The NPI number for Diego Espaillat Prestol is 1255513214. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 3, 2007.

Where is Diego Espaillat Prestol located?

Diego Espaillat Prestol practices at 2001 Vail Ave, Charlotte, NC 28207. The listed phone number is (704) 304-5000.

What is Diego Espaillat Prestol's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Diego Espaillat Prestol enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Diego Espaillat Prestol 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 Diego Espaillat Prestol accept?

Health plans from Oscar Health Plan of North Carolina, Inc list Diego Espaillat Prestol 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 Diego Espaillat Prestol affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Diego Espaillat Prestol is affiliated with Carolinas Medical Center/Behav Health.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Diego Espaillat Prestol was last updated on September 19, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 23 months 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.