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CAROLINA ARIAS M.D.
NPI 1972761849
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in San Antonio, TX

Active since May 28, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
137 PALO ALTO RD, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78211(210) 212-8622(210) 212-9197 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 11, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 11, 2019, Jul 29, 2019, Jun 26, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Carolina Arias M.d. NPPES

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

CAROLINA ARIAS M.D. (NPI 1972761849) is an individual nephrology provider in San Antonio, Texas, licensed in Texas (P1619) and active in the NPI registry since May 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in San Antonio.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1972761849
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameCAROLINA ARIASCredential: M.D.
Location Address137 PALO ALTO RDSan Antonio, TX 78211-3736
Mailing AddressPo Box 504152Saint Louis, MO 63150-4152 · (210) 212-8622 · Fax (210) 212-9197
Phone(210) 212-8622
Fax(210) 212-9197
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2005
Enumeration DateMay 28, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 11, 20193 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1972761849 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 TX · P1619
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 P1619 (TX)
137 PALO ALTO RD, San Antonio, TX 78211
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Carolina Arias-cuello

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 18235 S New Braunfels Ste 110San Antonio, TX 78235-4439 · Phone (210) 572-5330 · Fax (210) 368-2816

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid301335101TX

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections 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

Carolina Arias 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 ID7719142330
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120705000677
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 8

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.
691 services168 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.
258 services108 patients
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.
160 services33 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.
127 services107 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.
70 services14 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.
36 services28 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Baptist Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · San Antonio, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450058
Location111 Dallas StreetSan Antonio, TX 78205 · Bexar County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Methodist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · San Antonio, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450388
Location7700 Floyd Curl DrSan Antonio, TX 78229 · Bexar County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78211 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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 4

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

ROSANNA ESTRADA MSN, ACNS-BC, FNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
137 PALO ALTO RD
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78211
Bexar County (210) 572-5330
ESTEBAN ALFREDO CEDILLO-COUVERT MD
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
137 PALO ALTO RD
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78211
Bexar County (210) 265-8155
USRC SOUTH SAN ANTONIO LLC
Clinic/Center (End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Treatment)
137 PALO ALTO RD
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78211
Bexar County (210) 924-6733
MARIBEL RIVERA KAMP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
137 PALO ALTO RD
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78211
Bexar County (210) 572-5330

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 Carolina Arias's NPI number?

The NPI number for Carolina Arias is 1972761849. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 28, 2008. The provider is also known as Carolina Arias-Cuello.

Where is Carolina Arias located?

Carolina Arias practices at 137 Palo Alto Rd, San Antonio, TX 78211. The listed phone number is (210) 212-8622.

What is Carolina Arias's specialty?

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

Is Carolina Arias enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Carolina Arias 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.

What insurance does Carolina Arias accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Ambetter of Oklahoma and 7 other insurers list Carolina Arias 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 Carolina Arias affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Carolina Arias is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center and Methodist Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Carolina Arias was last updated on September 11, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.