LUIS M ORTEGA MD
NPI 1790724714
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Pittsburgh, PA

Q: What is Luis Ortega's NPI number?

The NPI number for Luis Ortega is 1790724714. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 5, 2006.

Q: What is Luis Ortega's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Luis Ortega was last updated on October 9, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.

Active since June 05, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

93.78/100

CMS Quality Rating

320 E NORTH AVE FL 4, PITTSBURGH, PA 15212(412) 359-3319(412) 359-4136 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 9, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 9, 2020, Apr 26, 2017, Jan 16, 2017 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2016).

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About Luis M Ortega Md NPPES

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

LUIS M ORTEGA MD (NPI 1790724714) is an individual nephrology provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD443694) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Allegheny General Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1986).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1790724714

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X

Provider Legal NameLUIS M ORTEGACredential: MD

Location Address320 E NORTH AVE FL 4Pittsburgh, PA 15212-4756

Mailing Address320 E North Ave Fl 4Pittsburgh, PA 15212-4756 · (412) 359-3319 · Fax (412) 359-4136

Phone(412) 359-3319

Fax(412) 359-4136

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1986

Enumeration DateJune 5, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateOctober 9, 20204 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedOctober 9, 2020

✔ NPI 1790724714 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RN0300X

License✔ Licensed in PA · MD443694

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.

320 E NORTH AVE FL 4, Pittsburgh, PA 15212

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid102639396PA

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

Luis M Ortega 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 ID6709788763

PECOS Enrollment IDI20111014000070

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 7

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.

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.

203 services81 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.

148 services99 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.

55 services32 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.

41 services38 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.

38 services36 patients

Urinalysis, manual test 81002

A urinalysis is a simple, non-invasive test that checks the urine for various elements such as sugar, protein, and signs of infection. It can help detect many common conditions, including kidney disease and diabetes. The manual test involves a lab technician examining a urine sample.

13 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Allegheny General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Pittsburgh, PA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number390050

Location320 East North AvenuePittsburgh, PA 15212 · Allegheny County

Emergency services

West Penn Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Pittsburgh, PA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number390090

Location4800 Friendship AvenuePittsburgh, PA 15224 · Allegheny County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Canonsburg General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Canonsburg, PA

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other

CMS Certification Number390160

Location100 Medical BoulevardCanonsburg, PA 15317 · Washington County

Emergency services

Jefferson Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Jefferson Hills, PA

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number390265

Location565 Coal Valley RoadJefferson Hills, PA 15025 · Allegheny County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Ahn Wexford Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Wexford, PA

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number390334

Location12351 Perry HighwayWexford, PA 15090 · Allegheny County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 15212 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

$126.34 typical visit price

range $54.64 – $166.87

Typical copayment $31.58 (range $13.66 – $41.71)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$96.82 typical visit price

range $17.33 – $135.84

Typical copayment $24.20 (range $4.33 – $33.96)

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.

93.78/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

85.07

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

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.

Tacrolimus, immediate release, oral, 1 mg J7507

Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N

1 supplier11 claims690 services$0.27 avg. paid by Medicare

Mycophenolate mofetil, oral, 250 mg J7517

Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N

2 suppliers38 claims3,120 services$0.19 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

2 suppliers18 claims18 services$16.87 avg. paid by Medicare

Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for a subsequent prescription in a 30-day period Q0512

Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N

2 suppliers38 claims39 services$11.66 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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Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

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