2026 NPPES data Acupuncturist NPI 1285797969 M.D.
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WILFREDO PAOLI LOPEZ, M.D.

Acupuncturist in COAMO, 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
1K
Medicare Part D claims · 743 beneficiaries · Acupuncturist avg: 797
Generic prescribing
98%
generic claims · 2% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: WILFREDO PAOLI LOPEZ, M.D. is a Acupuncturist ([object Object]) practicing in COAMO, Puerto Rico with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 1K claims across 743 beneficiaries — 2% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: WILFREDO PAOLI LOPEZ, M.D. filed 1,451 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across COAMO, Puerto Rico. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

WILFREDO PAOLI LOPEZ, M.D. at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 12/18/2006

NPI 1285797969

Primary specialty

Acupuncturist

Mid-sized

33,269 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

1,451 82% 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

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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WILFREDO PAOLI LOPEZ, M.D. is a Acupuncturist provider practicing in COAMO, Puerto Rico, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: M.D.. NPI: 1285797969. 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.

WILFREDO PAOLI LOPEZ, M.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Acupuncturist provider holding M.D. credentials at MANSIONES DE COAMO, COAMO, PR, 00769, with a listed phone of (939) 630-0961. NPI 1285797969 was issued on 12/18/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what PAOLI LOPEZ 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 1,451 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 743 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $14K in drug spend, split 2% brand-name and 98% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 2.3%. 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

MANSIONES DE COAMO
COAMO, PR 00769

Provider Details

NPI 1285797969
Specialty Acupuncturist
Credentials M.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 12/18/2006

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Generic-heavy

WILFREDO PAOLI LOPEZ, M.D. — brand share 2.0%
Specialty average (est.)

2% brand-name claims vs 98% generic, on 1,451 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.

1,451
Total Claims
$14K
Total Drug Cost
743
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
1,477
Total Day Supply
13,694
Brand vs Generic
2% brand / 98% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$1K
Generic Drug Cost
$13K
Opioid Claims
33 (2.3% rate)
Antibiotic Claims
623

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
72.0 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.70
Gender Split
54% female / 46% male
Age Distribution
<65: 137, 65-74: 302, 75-84: 214, 85+: 90

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

Drug Claims
Azithromycin
189
Levofloxacin
120
Naproxen
111
Famotidine
95
Ciprofloxacin Hcl
94
Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass
Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav
67
Prednisone
61
Lagevrio (Eua)
Molnupiravir
46
Metoclopramide Hcl
37
Clindamycin Hcl
34

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

Acupuncturist Overview

How WILFREDO PAOLI LOPEZ, M.D. fits within the Acupuncturist landscape nationally.

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

WILFREDO PAOLI LOPEZ, M.D.'s 1,451 claims are above 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 PAOLI LOPEZ.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is WILFREDO PAOLI LOPEZ, M.D.'s specialty?
WILFREDO PAOLI LOPEZ, M.D. specializes in Acupuncturist and practices in COAMO, Puerto Rico. Credentials: M.D..
How much does WILFREDO PAOLI LOPEZ, M.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, WILFREDO PAOLI LOPEZ, M.D. wrote 1,451 Medicare Part D claims totaling $14K in drug costs for 743 beneficiaries.
Where is WILFREDO PAOLI LOPEZ, M.D. located?
WILFREDO PAOLI LOPEZ, M.D. is located at MANSIONES DE COAMO, COAMO, PR, 00769. Phone: (939) 630-0961.
What is WILFREDO PAOLI LOPEZ, M.D.'s NPI number?
WILFREDO PAOLI LOPEZ, M.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1285797969, issued on 12/18/2006.
Does WILFREDO PAOLI LOPEZ, M.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
WILFREDO PAOLI LOPEZ, M.D.'s prescribing is 2% brand-name and 98% generic drugs by claim count, with $1K in brand drug costs.
Does WILFREDO PAOLI LOPEZ, M.D. prescribe opioids?
Yes, WILFREDO PAOLI LOPEZ, M.D. had 33 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 2.3%.
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 WILFREDO PAOLI LOPEZ, M.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, WILFREDO PAOLI LOPEZ, M.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Azithromycin, Levofloxacin, Naproxen. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does WILFREDO PAOLI LOPEZ, M.D. accept Medicare?
WILFREDO PAOLI LOPEZ, M.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 1,451 Part D claims and 743 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify WILFREDO PAOLI LOPEZ, M.D.'s credentials?
WILFREDO PAOLI LOPEZ, M.D.'s NPI is 1285797969 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.
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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