2026 NPPES data Acupuncturist NPI 1013019090 MD FAAFP
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ARTURO CARRION, MD FAAFP

Acupuncturist in CAGUAS, Puerto Rico. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
658
Medicare Part D claims · 76 beneficiaries · Acupuncturist avg: 797
Generic prescribing
87%
generic claims · 13% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: ARTURO CARRION, MD FAAFP is a Acupuncturist ([object Object]) practicing in CAGUAS, Puerto Rico with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 658 claims across 76 beneficiaries — 13% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: ARTURO CARRION, MD FAAFP filed 658 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across CAGUAS, Puerto Rico. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

ARTURO CARRION, MD FAAFP at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 09/01/2006

NPI 1013019090

Primary specialty

Acupuncturist

Mid-sized

33,269 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

658 17% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 797

Specialty distribution in Puerto Rico

How Acupuncturist compares to other specialties among Puerto Rico providers

Puerto Rico providers

Acupuncturist share within Puerto Rico

1. Acupuncturist42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Acupuncturist share within Puerto Rico

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Acupuncturist (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Acupuncturist ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Acupuncturist) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Acupuncturist) — ABMS / AOA estimate

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ARTURO CARRION, MD FAAFP is a Acupuncturist provider practicing in CAGUAS, Puerto Rico, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: MD FAAFP. NPI: 1013019090. This profile includes practice location, specialty classification, and organizational affiliations from the CMS provider registry. Provider information is self-reported to CMS and updated monthly.

ARTURO CARRION, MD FAAFP appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Acupuncturist provider holding MD FAAFP credentials at CALLE 5-B-11 URBANIZACION VILLAS DE CASTRO, CAGUAS, PR, 00725, with a listed phone of (787) 744-9205. NPI 1013019090 was issued on 09/01/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what CARRION most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 658 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 76 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $23K in drug spend, split 13% brand-name and 87% generic by claim count. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy.

Acupuncturist is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 33,269 enrolled providers across 55 states and an average of 797 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline. Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist — always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.

Practice Address

CALLE 5-B-11 URBANIZACION VILLAS DE CASTRO
CAGUAS, PR 00725

Provider Details

NPI 1013019090
Specialty Acupuncturist
Credentials MD FAAFP
Gender Male
NPI Issued 09/01/2006

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

ARTURO CARRION, MD FAAFP — brand share 13.0%
Specialty average (est.)

13% brand-name claims vs 87% generic, on 658 2023 Medicare Part D claims.

The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

658
Total Claims
$23K
Total Drug Cost
76
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
1,546
Total Day Supply
44,389
Brand vs Generic
13% brand / 87% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$11K
Generic Drug Cost
$11K
Antibiotic Claims
29

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
74.1 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.21
Gender Split
53% female / 47% male

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

Drug Claims
Losartan Potassium
64
Synthroid
Levothyroxine Sodium
60
Simvastatin
52
Metformin Hcl
39
Omeprazole
31
Amlodipine Besylate
29
Atorvastatin Calcium
24
Rosuvastatin Calcium
17
Hydrochlorothiazide
15
Metformin Hcl Er
Metformin Hcl
14

* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.

Acupuncturist Overview

How ARTURO CARRION, MD FAAFP fits within the Acupuncturist landscape nationally.

33,269
Acupuncturist Providers in US
55
States with Acupuncturist
797
Avg Claims per Provider

ARTURO CARRION, MD FAAFP's 658 claims are below the specialty average of 797.

Nearby Acupuncturist Providers in Puerto Rico

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Puerto Rico, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as CARRION.

Compare Acupuncturist nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ARTURO CARRION, MD FAAFP's specialty?
ARTURO CARRION, MD FAAFP specializes in Acupuncturist and practices in CAGUAS, Puerto Rico. Credentials: MD FAAFP.
How much does ARTURO CARRION, MD FAAFP prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, ARTURO CARRION, MD FAAFP wrote 658 Medicare Part D claims totaling $23K in drug costs for 76 beneficiaries.
Where is ARTURO CARRION, MD FAAFP located?
ARTURO CARRION, MD FAAFP is located at CALLE 5-B-11 URBANIZACION VILLAS DE CASTRO, CAGUAS, PR, 00725. Phone: (787) 744-9205.
What is ARTURO CARRION, MD FAAFP's NPI number?
ARTURO CARRION, MD FAAFP's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1013019090, issued on 09/01/2006.
Does ARTURO CARRION, MD FAAFP prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
ARTURO CARRION, MD FAAFP's prescribing is 13% brand-name and 87% generic drugs by claim count, with $11K in brand drug costs.
How many Acupuncturist providers are there in the US?
There are 33,269 Acupuncturist providers across 55 states in the US. The average Acupuncturist provider writes 797 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does ARTURO CARRION, MD FAAFP prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, ARTURO CARRION, MD FAAFP's most frequently prescribed drugs include Losartan Potassium, Synthroid, Simvastatin. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does ARTURO CARRION, MD FAAFP accept Medicare?
ARTURO CARRION, MD FAAFP appears in CMS Medicare data with 658 Part D claims and 76 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify ARTURO CARRION, MD FAAFP's credentials?
ARTURO CARRION, MD FAAFP's NPI is 1013019090 with credentials MD FAAFP. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.

Data Sources

Provider Directory
CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
Specialty Classification
NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
Limitations
Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.

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Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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