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LAURO IVAN ORTEGA M.D.
NPI 1467890772
Internal Medicine in El Paso, TX

Active since June 08, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare AssignmentCLIA 45D0942256 · Waiver
92.16/100
CMS Quality Rating
5915 SILVER SPRINGS DR BLDG 6A, EL PASO, TX 79912(915) 845-4024(915) 845-4019 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 20, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Lauro Ivan Ortega M.d. NPPES

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

LAURO IVAN ORTEGA M.D. (NPI 1467890772) is an individual internal medicine provider in El Paso, Texas, licensed in Texas (BP10047616) and active in the NPI registry since June 2013. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, holds a CLIA Waiver certificate valid through February 11, 2028, and is affiliated with Memorial Medical Center.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1467890772
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameLAURO IVAN ORTEGACredential: M.D.
Location Address5915 SILVER SPRINGS DR BLDG 6AEl Paso, TX 79912-4126
Mailing Address5915 Silver Springs Dr Bldg 6aEl Paso, TX 79912-4126 · (915) 845-4024 · Fax (877) 409-2371
Phone(915) 845-4024
Fax(915) 845-4019
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateJune 8, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 20, 2026
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 20, 2026
✔ NPI 1467890772 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · BP10047616
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
5915 SILVER SPRINGS DR BLDG 6A, El Paso, TX 79912
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 14800 Alberta AveEl Paso, TX 79905-2709 · Phone (915) 545-6618 · Fax (915) 545-6634

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Imperial Insurance Companies, Inc., Molina Healthcare and more.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

Lauro Ivan Ortega 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 ID1850687799
PECOS Enrollment IDI20160901001319, I20161222000013, I20231101002577
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 45D0942256

Lauro I Ortega, MD, PA · El Paso, TX
Active · expires Feb 11, 2028
CLIA Number45D0942256
Laboratory TypePhysician Office
Certificate Effective DateFebruary 12, 2026
Certificate Expiration DateFebruary 11, 2028
Laboratory DirectorLauro I. Ortega
Laboratory Phone(915) 845-4024
Laboratory LocationLauro I Ortega, MD, PA5915 Silver Springs Building 6-A, El Paso, TX 79912
CLIA data matches this NPI record on: Phone
This certificate is issued to a laboratory to perform only waived tests.

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.

Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
629 services222 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.
440 services208 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
401 services167 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
383 services187 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
190 services172 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
178 services159 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Memorial Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Las Cruces, NM
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number320018
Location2450 South Telshor BlvdLas Cruces, NM 88011 · Dona Ana County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

The Hospitals Of Providence - Memorial Campus

Acute Care Hospitals · El Paso, TX
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450002
Location2001 N Oregon StEl Paso, TX 79902 · El Paso County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Sierra Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · El Paso, TX
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450668
Location1625 Medical Center DrEl Paso, TX 79902 · El Paso County
Emergency services

The Hospitals Of Providence - East Campus

Acute Care Hospitals · El Paso, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number670047
Location3280 Joe Battle BlvdEl Paso, TX 79938 · El Paso County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

The Hospitals Of Providence Transmountain Campus

Acute Care Hospitals · El Paso, TX
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number670120
Location2000 Transmountain RdEl Paso, TX 79911 · El Paso County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 79912 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
$126.40 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$97.05 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
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.

92.16/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality78.11
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Care Plan
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…
97%157 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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

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

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
4 suppliers41 claims42 services$19.11 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
5 suppliers58 claims59 services$65.41 avg. paid by Medicare
Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
7 suppliers86 claims86 services$184.90 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; home compressor used to fill portable oxygen cylinders; includes portable containers, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing K0738
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$30.06 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

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

ELISA DIAZ
Behavior Technician
5915 SILVER SPRINGS DR BLDG 6A
EL PASO, TX 79912
El Paso County (915) 219-4222

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 Lauro Ortega's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lauro Ortega is 1467890772. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 8, 2013.

Where is Lauro Ortega located?

Lauro Ortega practices at 5915 Silver Springs Dr Bldg 6A, El Paso, TX 79912. The listed phone number is (915) 845-4024.

What is Lauro Ortega's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Lauro Ortega enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lauro Ortega 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 Lauro Ortega hold a CLIA laboratory certificate?

Yes. A Certificate of Waiver (number 45D0942256) is associated with this NPI, valid through February 11, 2028. CLIA certificates authorize laboratory testing under the federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments program.

What insurance does Lauro Ortega accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Imperial Insurance Companies, Inc., Molina Healthcare and UnitedHealthcare list Lauro Ortega 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 Lauro Ortega affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Lauro Ortega is affiliated with Memorial Medical Center, The Hospitals Of Providence - Memorial Campus, Sierra Medical Center, The Hospitals Of Providence - East Campus and The Hospitals Of Providence Transmountain Campus.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Lauro Ortega was last updated on February 20, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.