2026 NPPES data Gastroenterology Physician NPI 1982961066 M.D.
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ATHANASIOS DESALERMOS, M.D.

Gastroenterology Physician in ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico. 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
133
Medicare Part D claims · 71 beneficiaries · Gastroenterology Physician avg: 833
Generic prescribing
88%
generic claims · 12% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
86.2643/100
▲ 3 pts above national avg 83.1 · [object Object]
Industry payments
$51.3
2 payments · CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
What the federal data reveals: ATHANASIOS DESALERMOS, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician ([object Object]) practicing in ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 133 claims across 71 beneficiaries — 12% brand-name prescribing . Their CMS MIPS Final Score of 86.2643/100 (national average: 83.1) reflects performance across Quality, Cost, Interoperability, and Improvement Activities . Industry payments of $51.3 across 2 transactions are disclosed under CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act).

What stands out: ATHANASIOS DESALERMOS, M.D. reported a CMS MIPS final score of 86.2643 out of 100, above the 83.1 national average, and filed 133 Medicare Part D claims in 2023. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

Board certification likely (heuristic — not verified)

ATHANASIOS DESALERMOS, M.D. practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty and shows active CMS Medicare participation + MIPS quality reporting + 2 hospital affiliations — signals consistent with board-certified status. For verified board certification, see CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

ATHANASIOS DESALERMOS, M.D. at a glance

High performer (top quartile)

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 04/13/2012

NPI 1982961066

Primary specialty

Gastroenterology Physician

Mid-sized

16,567 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

133 84% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 833

MIPS final score

86.2643/100 3.1643000000000114% pts

Above neutral band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in New Mexico

How Gastroenterology Physician compares to other specialties among New Mexico providers

New Mexico providers

Gastroenterology Physician share within New Mexico

1. Gastroenterology Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Gastroenterology Physician share within New Mexico

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

ATHANASIOS DESALERMOS, M.D.'s 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Gastroenterology Physician national average

High performer (top quartile)
MIPS Final Score
86.2643/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Gastroenterology Physician) — 86.2643/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%86.3%
MIPS final score (Gastroenterology Physician) — 86.2643/100 vs national avg 83.1

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

Board certification through an ABMS or AOA member board signals voluntary post-licensure examination plus continuous Maintenance of Certification cycles. Verify any individual provider's status through certificationmatters.org (ABMS) or osteopathic.org (AOA).

ATHANASIOS DESALERMOS, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider practicing in ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: M.D.. NPI: 1982961066. 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.

ATHANASIOS DESALERMOS, M.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Gastroenterology Physician provider holding M.D. credentials at 4705 MONTGOMERY BLVD NE STE 201, ALBUQUERQUE, NM, 87109, with a listed phone of (505) 727-7833. NPI 1982961066 was issued on 04/13/2012. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what DESALERMOS 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 133 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 71 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $20K in drug spend, split 12% brand-name and 88% 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. On the CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System, this provider earned a Final Score of 86.2643/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 78.8411, Cost 58.7066), compared with the national average of 83.1.

Gastroenterology Physician is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 16,567 enrolled providers across 54 states and an average of 833 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

4705 MONTGOMERY BLVD NE STE 201
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87109

Provider Details

NPI 1982961066
Specialty Gastroenterology Physician
Credentials M.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 04/13/2012

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores from CMS, 2023 performance year.

86.2643
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
78.8411
Quality
58.7066
Cost
100
Promoting Interoperability

Reporting: Group practice

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where ATHANASIOS DESALERMOS, M.D. bills Medicare from. Star ratings (1-5) are CMS Hospital Compare's "Hospital overall rating" — a composite of mortality, readmission, patient experience, safety, timely care, and efficient use of medical imaging measures. Source: CMS Care Compare.

FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS MEDICAL GROUP SC
SAINT LOUIS, MO
SOUTHWEST MEDICAL ASSOCIATES, LLC
ALBUQUERQUE, NM

Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).

Industry payments received (2024) — CMS Open Payments transparency data

The federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act (part of the Affordable Care Act) requires drug and medical-device manufacturers + group purchasing organizations to publicly report payments and other transfers of value to physicians and teaching hospitals. The data below covers 2024 for ATHANASIOS DESALERMOS, M.D.. Source: openpaymentsdata.cms.gov.

Total received

$51

Largest payer

Gilead Sciences, Inc.

Most common payment type

Food and Beverage

Industry payments are not necessarily indicators of bias — they include research funding, consulting fees for evidence-based work, royalties for inventions, food at conferences, and similar items. The disclosure exists for transparency. Read our methodology for how we interpret this data.

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

ATHANASIOS DESALERMOS, M.D. — brand share 12.0%
Specialty average (est.)

12% brand-name claims vs 88% generic, on 133 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.

133
Total Claims
$20K
Total Drug Cost
71
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
300
Total Day Supply
8,787
Brand vs Generic
12% brand / 88% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$13K
Generic Drug Cost
$6K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
68.5 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.42
Gender Split
61% female / 39% male
Age Distribution
<65: 17, 65-74: 36, 75-84: N/A, 85+: N/A

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

Drug Claims
Omeprazole
66
Famotidine
14

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

Gastroenterology Physician Overview

How ATHANASIOS DESALERMOS, M.D. fits within the Gastroenterology Physician landscape nationally.

16,567
Gastroenterology Physician Providers in US
54
States with Gastroenterology Physician
833
Avg Claims per Provider

ATHANASIOS DESALERMOS, M.D.'s 133 claims are below the specialty average of 833.

Nearby Gastroenterology Physician Providers in New Mexico

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in New Mexico, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as DESALERMOS.

Compare Gastroenterology Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ATHANASIOS DESALERMOS, M.D.'s specialty?
ATHANASIOS DESALERMOS, M.D. specializes in Gastroenterology Physician and practices in ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico. Credentials: M.D..
How much does ATHANASIOS DESALERMOS, M.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, ATHANASIOS DESALERMOS, M.D. wrote 133 Medicare Part D claims totaling $20K in drug costs for 71 beneficiaries.
What is ATHANASIOS DESALERMOS, M.D.'s Medicare quality score?
ATHANASIOS DESALERMOS, M.D. has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 86.2643/100 (Quality: 78.8411, Cost: 58.7066). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is ATHANASIOS DESALERMOS, M.D. located?
ATHANASIOS DESALERMOS, M.D. is located at 4705 MONTGOMERY BLVD NE STE 201, ALBUQUERQUE, NM, 87109. Phone: (505) 727-7833.
What is ATHANASIOS DESALERMOS, M.D.'s NPI number?
ATHANASIOS DESALERMOS, M.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982961066, issued on 04/13/2012.
Does ATHANASIOS DESALERMOS, M.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
ATHANASIOS DESALERMOS, M.D.'s prescribing is 12% brand-name and 88% generic drugs by claim count, with $13K in brand drug costs.
How many Gastroenterology Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 16,567 Gastroenterology Physician providers across 54 states in the US. The average Gastroenterology Physician provider writes 833 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does ATHANASIOS DESALERMOS, M.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, ATHANASIOS DESALERMOS, M.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Omeprazole, Famotidine. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does ATHANASIOS DESALERMOS, M.D. accept Medicare?
ATHANASIOS DESALERMOS, M.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 133 Part D claims and 71 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify ATHANASIOS DESALERMOS, M.D.'s credentials?
ATHANASIOS DESALERMOS, M.D.'s NPI is 1982961066 with credentials M.D.. 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.
Quality Performance
CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) — 2023 performance year.
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.

See our complete data methodology for details on how we collect and process government data.

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

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