Esther Urbaez Duran, M.D.
Esther Urbaez Duran is a Hematology & Oncology specialist based in San Antonio, TX with over 26 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Esther Urbaez Duran, M.D. has practiced internal medicine for 26+ years, working in group practice. She has been practicing since 2007 — over 26 years. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes (per CMS claims data).
Older · 4150dNPPES updated 2015-01-13 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Texas Medical Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better77.3%
Texas avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-5.5 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
67
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
242
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
989
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2.33M
Percentile rankings compared against 4,889 reporting peers in Texas.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Diabetes.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+20%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-19%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$83 received from industry
4 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Esther Urbaez Duran's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
26 years in practice
Experienced
An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
Taxonomy: 207RH0003X
Virtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Esther Urbaez Duran
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Esther Urbaez Duran for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to San Antonio required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Esther Urbaez Duran
NPI records show Dr. Urbaez Duran as active with telehealth listed in San Antonio, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (210) 921-3800.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Esther Urbaez Duran
Practice Location
720 Pleasanton Rd, San Antonio, TX 78214-1306
Mailing Address
720 Pleasanton Rd, San Antonio, TX 78214-1306
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