CATALINA SANCHEZ ALVAREZ MD
NPI 1619350519
Internal Medicine - Rheumatology in Gainesville, FL

Active since July 09, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
78.18/100
CMS Quality Rating
1600 SW ARCHER RD, GAINESVILLE, FL 32610(352) 392-8601 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 23, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 23, 2024, Jan 25, 2021, May 25, 2018 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2017).

About Catalina Sanchez Alvarez Md NPPES

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

CATALINA SANCHEZ ALVAREZ MD (NPI 1619350519) is an individual rheumatology provider in Gainesville, Florida, licensed in Minnesota (63571) and active in the NPI registry since July 2015. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Uf Health Shands Hospital, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1619350519
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RR0500X
Provider Legal NameCATALINA SANCHEZ ALVAREZCredential: MD
Location Address1600 SW ARCHER RDGainesville, FL 32610-0001
Mailing Address200 1st St SwRochester, MN 55905-0001 · (507) 284-2511
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2012
Enumeration DateJuly 9, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateApril 23, 20244 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 23, 2024
✔ NPI 1619350519 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · RheumatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RR0500X
Licenses✔ Licensed in MN · 63571✔ Licensed in FL · ME133214
Definition
An internist who treats diseases of joints, muscle, bones and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and treats arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries and collagen diseases.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License ME133214 (FL)
1600 SW ARCHER RD, Gainesville, FL 32610

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 14500 San Pablo Rd SJacksonville, FL 32224-1865 · Phone (904) 953-2000
Location 2200 1st St SWRochester, MN 55905-0001 · Phone (507) 284-2511

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Catalina Sanchez Alvarez 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 ID7517245368
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180622001473
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Catalina Sanchez Alvarez reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Surgery
1600 SW ARCHER RD
Gainesville, FL 32610
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 3,324 clinicians in this Medicare group
1,137 mi
Infectious Disease
200 1ST ST SW
Rochester, MN 55905
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
  • 6,534 clinicians in this Medicare group

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 3

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.

Telephone, internet, or electronic health record assessment and management with written report by consulting physician, at least 5 minutes 99451
This service involves a consulting physician assessing your health condition via a phone or internet interaction. The doctor will spend at least 5 minutes discussing your health concerns. Afterwards, a written report summarizing the findings and recommendations will be provided for your reference.
63 services62 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.
19 services19 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
18 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Uf Health Shands Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Gainesville, FL
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100113
Location1600 SW Archer RdGainesville, FL 32610 · Alachua County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mayo Clinic Health System - Albert Lea And Austin

Acute Care Hospitals · Albert Lea, MN
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240043
Location404 West Fountain StreetAlbert Lea, MN 56007 · Freeborn County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mayo Clinic Health System - Mankato

Acute Care Hospitals · Mankato, MN
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240093
Location1025 Marsh StreetMankato, MN 56001 · Blue Earth County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mayo Clinic Health System-Franciscan Medical Center Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · La Crosse, WI
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number520004
Location700 West Avenue SouthLa Crosse, WI 54601 · La Crosse County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mayo Clinic Hlth Systm Franciscan Hlthcare Sparta

Critical Access Hospitals · Sparta, WI
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number521305
Location310 W Main StSparta, WI 54656 · Monroe County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 32610 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
$130.04 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $171.84
Typical copayment $32.51 (range $14.00 – $42.96)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$99.16 typical visit price
range $17.57 – $139.16
Typical copayment $24.79 (range $4.39 – $34.79)
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.

78.18/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality72.54
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost54.74

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.

Pediatrics
1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610
Surgery
1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610
Dentist (Prosthodontics)
1600 SW ARCHER RD, D4-4
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610
Ophthalmology
1600 SW ARCHER RD, BOX 100284
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

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 Catalina Sanchez Alvarez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Catalina Sanchez Alvarez is 1619350519. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 9, 2015.

Where is Catalina Sanchez Alvarez located?

Catalina Sanchez Alvarez practices at 1600 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL 32610. The listed phone number is (352) 392-8601.

What is Catalina Sanchez Alvarez's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Rheumatology, with taxonomy code 207RR0500X.

Is Catalina Sanchez Alvarez enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Catalina Sanchez Alvarez 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Catalina Sanchez Alvarez's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Catalina Sanchez Alvarez reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Florida Clinical Practice Association Inc (Gainesville, FL) and Mayo Clinic (Rochester, MN). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Catalina Sanchez Alvarez's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Catalina Sanchez Alvarez affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Catalina Sanchez Alvarez is affiliated with Uf Health Shands Hospital, Mayo Clinic Health System - Albert Lea And Austin, Mayo Clinic Health System - Mankato, Mayo Clinic Health System-Franciscan Medical Center Inc and Mayo Clinic Hlth Systm Franciscan Hlthcare Sparta.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Catalina Sanchez Alvarez was last updated on April 23, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.