DR. THELMO FIDEL ERNESTO BARRANTES RAMIREZ M.D.
NPI 1780815258
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Albuquerque, NM

Q: What is Thelmo Fidel Barrantes Ramirez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Thelmo Fidel Barrantes Ramirez is 1780815258. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 1, 2009. The provider is also known as Dr. Fidel Barrantes MD..

Q: What is Thelmo Fidel Barrantes Ramirez's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Active since August 01, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

3821 MASTHEAD ST NE, ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87109(505) 998-7400(505) 998-7741 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 18, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

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About Dr. Thelmo Fidel Ernesto Barrantes Ramirez M.d. NPPES

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

DR. THELMO FIDEL ERNESTO BARRANTES RAMIREZ M.D. (NPI 1780815258) is an individual nephrology provider in Albuquerque, New Mexico, licensed in New Mexico (MD2010-0696) and active in the NPI registry since August 2009. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Eastern New Mexico Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2004).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1780815258

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X

Provider Legal NameDR. THELMO FIDEL ERNESTO BARRANTES RAMIREZCredential: M.D.

Location Address3821 MASTHEAD ST NEAlbuquerque, NM 87109-4679

Mailing Address3821 Masthead St NeAlbuquerque, NM 87109-4679 · (505) 998-7400 · Fax (505) 998-7741

Phone(505) 998-7400

Fax(505) 998-7741

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2004

Enumeration DateAugust 1, 2009

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 18, 2013

✔ NPI 1780815258 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RN0300X

License✔ Licensed in NM · MD2010-0696

Definition

An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License MD2010-0696 (NM)

3821 MASTHEAD ST NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109

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Other Names 1

Professional Name (2)Dr. Fidel Barrantes Md.

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid93802072NM

Medicare PINNMAAA0654NM

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter of Oklahoma and more.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

Dr. Thelmo Fidel Ernesto Barrantes Ramirez 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 ID9931394160

PECOS Enrollment IDI20110609000563

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 10

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.

Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) 90960

Dialysis is a treatment that filters and purifies your blood using a machine. It helps keep your fluids and electrolytes in balance when the kidneys can't do their job. This service includes 4 or more visits per month with a physician to monitor your health and adjust your treatment as needed.

311 services72 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.

212 services82 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.

160 services106 patients

Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older) 90961

Dialysis is a treatment that performs the function of healthy kidneys if they're not working properly. It removes waste and excess fluid from your blood. 2-3 physician visits per month are recommended for monitoring your health and adjusting your treatment as needed. This service is available for those aged 20 years and older.

107 services46 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.

79 services55 patients

Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation 90935

Hemodialysis is a treatment that uses a machine to filter waste and excess fluid from your blood when your kidneys can't. A physician checks your health before, during, and after the procedure to ensure it's working effectively for you.

62 services41 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Eastern New Mexico Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Roswell, NM

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number320006

Location405 W Country Club RoadRoswell, NM 88201 · Chaves County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Lovelace Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Albuquerque, NM

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number320009

Location601 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Ave NEAlbuquerque, NM 87102 · Bernalillo County

Emergency services

Presbyterian Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Albuquerque, NM

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number320021

Location1100 Central Avenue SEAlbuquerque, NM 87106 · Bernalillo County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Plains Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Clovis, NM

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number320022

Location2100 N Martin Luther King, Jr, BlvdClovis, NM 88101 · Curry County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Lovelace Regional Hospital - Roswell

Acute Care Hospitals · Roswell, NM

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number320086

Location117 East 19th StreetRoswell, NM 88201 · Chaves County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 87109 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

$126.21 typical visit price

range $54.26 – $166.80

Typical copayment $31.55 (range $13.56 – $41.70)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$96.38 typical visit price

range $17.00 – $135.35

Typical copayment $24.09 (range $4.25 – $33.83)

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.

Reported Quality Measures

Clinical Information Reconciliation

For at least one transition of care or referral received or patient encounter in which the MIPS eligible clinician has never before encountered the patient, the MIPS eligible clinician performs clinical information reconciliation.

99%253 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report

Percentage of patients with referrals, regardless of age, for which the referring provider receives a report from the provider to whom the patient was referred

20%108 patients1/55-star benchmark: 95%

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.

60%1,590 patients1/55-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.

97%462 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Patient-Generated Health Data

Patient-generated health data or data from a non-clinical setting is incorporated into the certified EHR technology for at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period.

16%232 patients

Patient-Specific Education

The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from certified EHR technology to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide electronic access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible…

100%232 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%

Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults

Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine

89%259 patients4/55-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…

62%630 patients3/55-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 tobacco: 96% · 279 patients

99%279 patients

Provide Patient Access

For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician: (1) The patient (or the patient authorized representative) is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit his or her health information; and (2) The MIPS eligible clinician…

86%232 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Request/Accept Summary of Care

2%180 patients1/55-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 certified EHR technology to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in…

97%232 patients5/55-star benchmark: 75%

Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly

Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication.

Lower rates are better for this measure.

Patients 2+: 0% · 259 patients

0%259 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%

View, Download and Transmit (VDT)

During the performance period, at least one unique patient (or patient-authorized representatives) seen by the MIPS eligible clinician actively engages with the EHR made accessible by the MIPS eligible clinician.

10%232 patients

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 7

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

Tacrolimus, extended release, (envarsus xr), oral, 0.25 mg J7503

Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH002N

1 supplier42 claims15,210 services$1.19 avg. paid by Medicare

Tacrolimus, immediate release, oral, 1 mg J7507

Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N

9 suppliers205 claims16,687 services$0.32 avg. paid by Medicare

Prednisone, immediate release or delayed release, oral, 1 mg J7512

Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N

9 suppliers88 claims13,150 services$0.01 avg. paid by Medicare

Mycophenolate mofetil, oral, 250 mg J7517

Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N

5 suppliers55 claims9,360 services$0.18 avg. paid by Medicare

Mycophenolic acid, oral, 180 mg J7518

Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N

5 suppliers143 claims23,340 services$0.96 avg. paid by Medicare

Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for the first prescription in a 30-day period Q0511

Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N

11 suppliers217 claims217 services$18.52 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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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.

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