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2026 NPPES data Naturopath NPI 1922170984 NMD
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Naturopath in Mesa, Arizona.
This profile is drawn from the federal National Provider Identifier Registry (CMS NPPES), which lists more than 7 million U.S. healthcare providers - including 6,673 in Naturopath, and covers specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare Part D prescribing data when reported. According to CMS, every field reflects the provider's official federal registration, see our methodology.
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Prescribing volume
345
Medicare Part D claims · 39 beneficiaries · Naturopath avg: 120
Generic prescribing
77%
generic claims · 15% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
Source: CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File, 2023
Compiled from official public sources by the PlainDoctor editorial team.
What the federal data shows
Ramon Esquerdo, NMD filed 345 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Naturopath in Mesa, Arizona, prescribing 77% generic.
- 345
- Part D claims, 2023
- 77%
- generic prescribing
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Ramon Esquerdo, NMD's Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber
Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023, across all CMS prescribers nationally
345 Top 43% higher than 57% of 1,370,886 prescribers
Each bar is a band; taller bars hold more prescribers. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.
Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023
What does the federal data show about Ramon Esquerdo, NMD?
Quality data not reportedPrimary specialty
Naturopath
Medicare Part D claims
345 188% vs specialty avg
Specialty distribution in Arizona
How Naturopath compares to other specialties among Arizona providers
Board certification
Not published by CMS
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Ramon Esquerdo, NMD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Naturopath provider holding NMD credentials at 630 E SOUTHERN AVE, Mesa, AZ, 85204, with a listed phone of (480) 610-0501. NPI 1922170984 was issued on 11/14/2006.
Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 345 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 39 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $30K in drug spend, split 15% brand-name and 77% generic by claim count.
Naturopath is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 6,673 enrolled providers across 53 states and an average of 120 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
Provider Details
| NPI | 1922170984 |
|---|---|
| Specialty | Naturopath |
| Credentials | NMD |
| Gender | Male |
| NPI Issued | 11/14/2006 |
Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical
Ramon Esquerdo, NMD - brand share 15.0%
Naturopath average
15% brand-name claims vs 77% generic, on 345 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.
345
Total Claims
$30K
Total Drug Cost
39
Medicare Beneficiaries
Prescribing Breakdown
- 30-Day Fills
- 503
- Total Day Supply
- 13,741
- Brand vs Generic
- 15% brand / 77% generic
- Brand Drug Cost
- $22K
- Generic Drug Cost
- $7K
- Antibiotic Claims
- 28
Patient Demographics
- Average Patient Age
- 69.4 years
- Avg HCC Risk Score
- 0.73
- Gender Split
- 62% female / 38% male
Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.
What Ramon Esquerdo, NMD prescribes most
Top Medicare Part D drugs by claim count, 2023
- Liothyronine Sodium
Liothyronine Sodium
33 claims
- Levothyroxine Sodium
Levothyroxine Sodium
22 claims
- Ondansetron Odt
Ondansetron Odt
14 claims
- Fluconazole 13
Fluconazole
13 claims
- Oxybutynin Chlorid… 13
Oxybutynin Chloride Er
13 claims
- Synthroid 13
Synthroid
13 claims
- Metformin Hcl Er 12
Metformin Hcl Er
12 claims
| Drug | Claims |
|---|---|
| Liothyronine Sodium | 33 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 22 |
| Ondansetron Odt Ondansetron | 14 |
| Fluconazole | 13 |
| Oxybutynin Chloride Er Oxybutynin Chloride | 13 |
| Synthroid Levothyroxine Sodium | 13 |
| Metformin Hcl Er Metformin Hcl | 12 |
| Armour Thyroid "Thyroid | N/A |
| Progesterone "Progesterone | N/A |
* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.
Naturopath Overview
How Ramon Esquerdo, NMD fits within the Naturopath landscape nationally.
6,673
Naturopath Providers in US
53
States with Naturopath
120
Avg Claims per Provider
Ramon Esquerdo, NMD's 345 claims are above the specialty average of 120.
Nearby Naturopath Providers in Arizona
Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Arizona, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as Esquerdo.
Dr. Crystal Abbott
NMD
Mesa, AZ
Dr. Ryan Abdelnour
ND
Scottsdale, AZ
Dr. Konstantina Adams
NMD
Mesa, AZ
Dr. Dorina Ademi
NMD
Chandler, AZ
Dr. Sima Aidun
N.M.D
Scottsdale, AZ
Compare Naturopath nationally: see state-by-state distribution →
Before you book an appointment
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- Confirm the NPI record is current in the official CMS registry, providers update their own NPPES details, and moves can lag. Verify this NPI
- Check the active license and any disciplinary history with the Arizona medical board, federal registration is not a license check. Credential verification guide
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ramon Esquerdo, NMD's specialty? ▼
Ramon Esquerdo, NMD specializes in Naturopath and practices in Mesa, Arizona. Credentials: NMD.
How much does Ramon Esquerdo, NMD prescribe under Medicare Part D? ▼
In 2023, Ramon Esquerdo, NMD wrote 345 Medicare Part D claims totaling $30K in drug costs for 39 beneficiaries.
Where is Ramon Esquerdo, NMD located? ▼
Ramon Esquerdo, NMD is located at 630 E SOUTHERN AVE, Mesa, AZ, 85204. Phone: (480) 610-0501.
What is Ramon Esquerdo, NMD's NPI number? ▼
Ramon Esquerdo, NMD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1922170984, issued on 11/14/2006.
Does Ramon Esquerdo, NMD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs? ▼
Ramon Esquerdo, NMD's prescribing is 15% brand-name and 77% generic drugs by claim count, with $22K in brand drug costs.
How many Naturopath providers are there in the US? ▼
There are 6,673 Naturopath providers across 53 states in the US. The average Naturopath provider writes 120 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does Ramon Esquerdo, NMD prescribe most often? ▼
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, Ramon Esquerdo, NMD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Liothyronine Sodium, Levothyroxine Sodium, Ondansetron Odt. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does Ramon Esquerdo, NMD accept Medicare? ▼
Ramon Esquerdo, NMD appears in CMS Medicare data with 345 Part D claims and 39 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify Ramon Esquerdo, NMD's credentials? ▼
Ramon Esquerdo, NMD's NPI is 1922170984 with credentials NMD. 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
View source datasets and methodology notes
- 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.
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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