Pedro Velasquez, MD
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Pedro Velasquez is an Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism specialist based in Memphis, TN with over 42 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: ENDOCRINOLOGY
Patients across TN can see Pedro Velasquez, MD in person in Memphis or via virtual visit — no travel required. With 42+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Memphis area. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, diabetes, and high cholesterol.
Older · 2238dNPPES updated 2020-04-06 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1068 Cresthaven Rd Ste 300, Memphis, TN 38119-0809
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better64%
Tennessee avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-18.8 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
82
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
166
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,484
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $745k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,167 reporting peers in Tennessee.
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, Diabetes, and High Cholesterol.
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
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+41%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — 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 (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-20%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.9k received from industry
21 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 Pedro Velasquez's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Apr 5, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
42 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Endocrinologists treat hormonal and metabolic disorders including diabetes (type 1 and 2), thyroid disease, osteoporosis, adrenal disorders, pituitary conditions, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
Taxonomy: 207RE0101X
Mailing address
6074 Apple Tree Dr Ste 10, Memphis, TN 38115-0300
Differs from practice location
Virtual Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Care With Pedro Velasquez
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Pedro Velasquez for blood pressure monitoring, diabetes check-ins, cholesterol management — no travel to Memphis 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 Pedro Velasquez
Dr. Velasquez is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Memphis, TN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (901) 683-0024.
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 Pedro Velasquez
Practice Location
1068 Cresthaven Rd Ste 300, Memphis, TN 38119-0809
Mailing Address
6074 Apple Tree Dr Ste 10, Memphis, TN 38115-0300
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