ARTURO LOPEZ M.D.
NPI 1437113834
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in Ft Lauderdale, FL

Active since April 13, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare AssignmentCLIA 10D1032075 · Waiver
75/100
CMS Quality Rating
4701 N FEDERAL HWY, SUITE A-10, FT LAUDERDALE, FL 33308(954) 351-1100(954) 351-1197 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 2, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Arturo Lopez M.d. NPPES

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

ARTURO LOPEZ M.D. (NPI 1437113834) is an individual gastroenterology provider in Ft Lauderdale, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME 75430) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, holds a CLIA Waiver certificate valid through October 17, 2026, and is affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1437113834
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RG0100X
Provider Legal NameARTURO LOPEZCredential: M.D.
Location Address4701 N FEDERAL HWY, SUITE A-10Ft Lauderdale, FL 33308-4608
Mailing Address4701 N Federal Hwy, Suite A-10Ft Lauderdale, FL 33308-4608 · (954) 351-1100 · Fax (954) 351-1197
Fax(954) 351-1197
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1992
Enumeration DateApril 13, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 2, 2014
NPI 1437113834 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · GastroenterologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RG0100X
License Licensed in FL · ME 75430
Definition
An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to visualize internal organs.
4701 N FEDERAL HWY, Ft Lauderdale, FL 33308

Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid270010700FL
Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedE1303AFL
Medicare UPING42197FL

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

Arturo Lopez 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 ID648249110
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080709000659
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.

CLIA Laboratory Certificates CMS CLIA

Laboratory certificates issued under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) program, which sets federal quality standards for human laboratory testing in the United States. There is no official CMS crosswalk between CLIA and NPI numbers; these certificates are associated with this NPI by matching facility names, locations and phone numbers in the CMS CLIA registry.

Certificate of Waiver 10D1032075

Arturo Lopez MD · Fort Lauderdale, FL
Active · expires Oct 17, 2026
CLIA Number10D1032075
Laboratory TypePhysician Office
Certificate Effective DateOctober 18, 2024
Certificate Expiration DateOctober 17, 2026
Laboratory DirectorArturo Lopez
Laboratory Phone(954) 351-1100
Laboratory LocationArturo Lopez MD2480 E Commercial Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
CLIA data matches this NPI record on: Name Phone
This certificate is issued to a laboratory to perform only waived tests.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 16

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.

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
631 services161 patients
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.
460 services246 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue including interpretation and report 88313
Special stained specimen slides are used to examine tissue samples. This involves applying special dyes to the tissue, which helps to highlight certain features under a microscope. The findings are then interpreted and a report is provided. This can aid in diagnosing various health conditions.
98 services50 patients
Special stained specimen slides to identify organisms including interpretation and report 88312
This service involves coloring specimen slides in a special way to help identify organisms. The colors make different parts of the organism stand out. Afterward, a detailed interpretation and report on the findings are provided.
95 services49 patients
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare 45385
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope to examine the large bowel. If any abnormal growths or polyps are found, a tool called a mechanical snare is used to remove them. This is a common method to prevent potential health issues.
92 services92 patients
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope 43239
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera, known as an endoscope, to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine. Small tissue samples are taken for further examination to help diagnose various conditions.
84 services79 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Holy Cross Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Fort Lauderdale, FL
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number100073
Location4725 N Federal HwyFort Lauderdale, FL 33308 · Broward County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 33308 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
$135.56 typical visit price
range $58.56 – $179.05
Typical copayment $33.89 (range $14.64 – $44.76)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$103.21 typical visit price
range $18.44 – $144.68
Typical copayment $25.80 (range $4.61 – $36.17)
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.

75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice

Reported Quality Measures

Colorectal Cancer Screening
Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer
79%1,324 patients4/55-star benchmark: 85%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
95%4,593 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
99%1,584 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
99%550 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
97%509 patients4/55-star benchmark: 99%
Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine
6%1,135 patients1/55-star benchmark: 90%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
79%2,120 patients4/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
Patients screenedForUse: 98% · 1,176 patients
Patients tobacco: 90% · 1,176 patients
6%104 patients1/55-star benchmark: 98%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
89%509 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
1%509 patients1/55-star benchmark: 59%
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
2 suppliers12 claims24 services$7.02 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 13

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

Family Medicine (Sports Medicine)
4701 N FEDERAL HWY, SUITE A-39
FT LAUDERDALE, FL 33308
Obstetrics & Gynecology
4701 N FEDERAL HWY, BLDG B
FT LAUDERDALE, FL 33308
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
4701 N FEDERAL HWY, B BUILDING
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33308
Urology
4701 N FEDERAL HWY, SUITE C 10
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33308
Urology
4701 N FEDERAL HWY, STE C10
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33308
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
4701 N FEDERAL HWY, STE-A27
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33308
Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)
4701 N FEDERAL HWY, SUITE A-27
FT LAUDERDALE, FL 33308
Family Medicine (Sports Medicine)
4701 N FEDERAL HWY, SUITE A-10
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33308

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 Arturo Lopez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Arturo Lopez is 1437113834. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 13, 2006.

Where is Arturo Lopez located?

Arturo Lopez practices at 4701 N Federal Hwy Suite A-10, Ft Lauderdale, FL 33308. The listed phone number is (954) 351-1100.

What is Arturo Lopez's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Gastroenterology, with taxonomy code 207RG0100X.

Is Arturo Lopez enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Arturo Lopez 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.

Does Arturo Lopez hold a CLIA laboratory certificate?

Yes. A Certificate of Waiver (number 10D1032075) is associated with this NPI, valid through October 17, 2026. CLIA certificates authorize laboratory testing under the federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments program.

What insurance does Arturo Lopez accept?

Health plans from Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL), Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company) and Wellpoint list Arturo Lopez 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 Arturo Lopez affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Arturo Lopez is affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Arturo Lopez was last updated on October 2, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.