Mauricio Ramiro Escobar, MD
Mauricio Ramiro Escobar is a Hematology & Oncology specialist based in Birmingham, AL with over 17 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Mauricio Ramiro Escobar, MD has practiced internal medicine for 17+ years, working in group practice. Trained at University of Miami, Lm Miller School of Medicine (class of 2009), he has been practicing for over 17 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and cancer. CMS MIPS quality score: 100/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 27% of reporting doctors in Alabama
- Federal MIPS score higher than 98% of MIPS-scored doctors in Alabama
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
2000 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233-2110
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 98% of doctors in Alabama on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
2023100/100
Alabama avg: 81.9 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+16.4 pts)
Top 2% of MIPS-scored doctors in AlabamaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.18%
Alabama avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.9 pts)
3.18% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better70.4%
Alabama avg: 84.5 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-12.4 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
139
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
165
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
817
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $3.15M
Percentile rankings compared against 268 reporting peers in Alabama.
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 Cancer.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — 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 (+45%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — 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 (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$299 received from industry
12 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 Mauricio Ramiro Escobar's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2009
University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
Board certified · Apr 22, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
17 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
Education & Training
University of Miami, Lm Miller School of Medicine (Class of 2009)
Mailing address
Po Box 55310, Birmingham, AL 35255-5310
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Critical Access Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 021305
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Mauricio Ramiro Escobar
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Mauricio Ramiro Escobar for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Birmingham 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 Mauricio Ramiro Escobar
NPI records show Dr. Escobar as active with telehealth listed in Birmingham, AL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (205) 801-9034.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
2000 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233-2110
Mailing Address
Po Box 55310, Birmingham, AL 35255-5310
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