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SAMUEL ALVAREZ GONZALEZ, DPM

Podiatrist in AIBONITO, 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
2K
Medicare Part D claims · 1K beneficiaries · Podiatrist avg: 304
Generic prescribing
99%
generic claims · 1% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: SAMUEL ALVAREZ GONZALEZ, DPM is a Podiatrist ([object Object]) practicing in AIBONITO, Puerto Rico with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 2K claims across 1K beneficiaries — 1% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: SAMUEL ALVAREZ GONZALEZ, DPM filed 2,480 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across AIBONITO, Puerto Rico. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

SAMUEL ALVAREZ GONZALEZ, DPM at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 10/25/2005

NPI 1609866367

Primary specialty

Podiatrist

Mid-sized

10,498 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

2,480 716% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 304

Specialty distribution in Puerto Rico

How Podiatrist compares to other specialties among Puerto Rico providers

Puerto Rico providers

Podiatrist share within Puerto Rico

1. Podiatrist42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Podiatrist share within Puerto Rico

Specialty board-certification context

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

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

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

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

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.

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SAMUEL ALVAREZ GONZALEZ, DPM is a Podiatrist provider practicing in AIBONITO, Puerto Rico, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: DPM. NPI: 1609866367. 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.

SAMUEL ALVAREZ GONZALEZ, DPM appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Podiatrist provider holding DPM credentials at EDIFICIO PROFESIONAL MENONITA, AIBONITO, PR, 00705, with a listed phone of (787) 630-0804. NPI 1609866367 was issued on 10/25/2005. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what ALVAREZ GONZALEZ 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 2,480 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 1,065 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $48K in drug spend, split 1% brand-name and 99% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 0.5%. 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.

Podiatrist is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 10,498 enrolled providers across 54 states and an average of 304 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

EDIFICIO PROFESIONAL MENONITA
AIBONITO, PR 00705

Provider Details

NPI 1609866367
Specialty Podiatrist
Credentials DPM
Gender Male
NPI Issued 10/25/2005

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Generic-heavy

SAMUEL ALVAREZ GONZALEZ, DPM — brand share 1.0%
Specialty average (est.)

1% brand-name claims vs 99% generic, on 2,480 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.

2,480
Total Claims
$48K
Total Drug Cost
1,065
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
2,520
Total Day Supply
51,547
Brand vs Generic
1% brand / 99% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$4K
Generic Drug Cost
$44K
Opioid Claims
12 (0.5% rate)
Antibiotic Claims
238

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
70.7 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.99
Gender Split
60% female / 40% male
Age Distribution
<65: 211, 65-74: 483, 75-84: 288, 85+: 83

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

Drug Claims
Ciclopirox
Ciclopirox Olamine
512
Terbinafine Hcl
369
Mupirocin
265
Nabumetone
152
Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass
Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav
128
Baclofen
87
Cephalexin
77
Gabapentin
74
Prednisone
55

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

Podiatrist Overview

How SAMUEL ALVAREZ GONZALEZ, DPM fits within the Podiatrist landscape nationally.

10,498
Podiatrist Providers in US
54
States with Podiatrist
304
Avg Claims per Provider

SAMUEL ALVAREZ GONZALEZ, DPM's 2,480 claims are above the specialty average of 304.

Nearby Podiatrist Providers in Puerto Rico

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is SAMUEL ALVAREZ GONZALEZ, DPM's specialty?
SAMUEL ALVAREZ GONZALEZ, DPM specializes in Podiatrist and practices in AIBONITO, Puerto Rico. Credentials: DPM.
How much does SAMUEL ALVAREZ GONZALEZ, DPM prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, SAMUEL ALVAREZ GONZALEZ, DPM wrote 2,480 Medicare Part D claims totaling $48K in drug costs for 1,065 beneficiaries.
Where is SAMUEL ALVAREZ GONZALEZ, DPM located?
SAMUEL ALVAREZ GONZALEZ, DPM is located at EDIFICIO PROFESIONAL MENONITA, AIBONITO, PR, 00705. Phone: (787) 630-0804.
What is SAMUEL ALVAREZ GONZALEZ, DPM's NPI number?
SAMUEL ALVAREZ GONZALEZ, DPM's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609866367, issued on 10/25/2005.
Does SAMUEL ALVAREZ GONZALEZ, DPM prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
SAMUEL ALVAREZ GONZALEZ, DPM's prescribing is 1% brand-name and 99% generic drugs by claim count, with $4K in brand drug costs.
Does SAMUEL ALVAREZ GONZALEZ, DPM prescribe opioids?
Yes, SAMUEL ALVAREZ GONZALEZ, DPM had 12 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 0.5%.
How many Podiatrist providers are there in the US?
There are 10,498 Podiatrist providers across 54 states in the US. The average Podiatrist provider writes 304 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does SAMUEL ALVAREZ GONZALEZ, DPM prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, SAMUEL ALVAREZ GONZALEZ, DPM's most frequently prescribed drugs include Ciclopirox, Terbinafine Hcl, Mupirocin. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does SAMUEL ALVAREZ GONZALEZ, DPM accept Medicare?
SAMUEL ALVAREZ GONZALEZ, DPM appears in CMS Medicare data with 2,480 Part D claims and 1,065 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify SAMUEL ALVAREZ GONZALEZ, DPM's credentials?
SAMUEL ALVAREZ GONZALEZ, DPM's NPI is 1609866367 with credentials DPM. 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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