Laura Medina, MD
Laura Medina is a Surgery specialist based in Albuquerque, NM with over 34 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across NM can see Laura Medina, MD in person in Albuquerque or via virtual visit — no travel required. She has been in practice for 34+ years. She regularly sees Medicare patients with arthritis, high cholesterol, and hypertension (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 85.18/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 55% of MIPS-scored doctors in New Mexico
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 688dNPPES updated 2024-07-05 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New Mexico Medical Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in New Mexico.
MIPS Score
202385.18/100
New Mexico avg: 84.4 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+1.6 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in New MexicoHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
63
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
26
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
32
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $3k
Percentile rankings compared against 495 reporting peers in New Mexico.
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 Arthritis, High Cholesterol, and Hypertension.
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-22%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-29%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$14 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2018 ·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 2018, attributed to Laura Medina's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Jul 4, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
34 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Taxonomy: 208600000X
Mailing address
1311a N Mildred Rd, Cortez, CO 81321-2231
Differs from practice location
Virtual Surgery Care With Laura Medina
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Laura Medina for arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Albuquerque 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 Laura Medina
NPI records show Dr. Medina as active with telehealth listed in Albuquerque, NM. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (505) 925-7464.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Laura Medina
Practice Location
4700 Jefferson St Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87109-2136
Mailing Address
1311a N Mildred Rd, Cortez, CO 81321-2231
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