Rudolfo Pedraza Zarate, M.D.

Internal Medicine

Rudolfo Pedraza Zarate is an Internal Medicine specialist based in San Antonio, TX with over 29 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(210) 587-8787San Antonio, TX
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Rudolfo Pedraza Zarate, M.D. practices as part of a group internist practice in San Antonio, TX. He has been practicing since 2005 — over 29 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and Alzheimer's/dementia.

At a glance

  • Prescribes opioids less than 23% of reporting doctors in Texas
  • Uses generic medications more than 24% of reporting doctors in Texas
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 1,507 Internal Medicine providers in TXSee all Internal Medicine in San Antonio29+ years experienceNPI since 2005

Older · 2042dNPPES updated 2020-10-20 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Texas Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

1200 Brooklyn Ave Ste 310, San Antonio, TX 78212-4810

Fax: (210) 388-0239
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

3.52%

Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1

Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.6 pts)

3.52% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

82.2%

Texas avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8

Lower than most doctors nationally(-0.6 pts)

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

386

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

630

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

19,118

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $1.86M

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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 Alzheimer's / Dementia.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+4%)74%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor

Alzheimer's / Dementia
61%

Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline

Mood Disorders
54%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
Higher than avg (+20%)52%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+20%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+12%)46%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+12%)44%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+8%)42%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

Industry Payment Transparency

$320 received from industry

16 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier

View on CMS Open Payments →

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 Rudolfo Pedraza Zarate's NPI.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Board certified · Oct 19, 2020

    Self-reported via NPPES

  2. 29 years in practice

    Experienced

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

Taxonomy: 207R00000X

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

24014 Gran Palacio, San Antonio, TX 78261-2766

Differs from practice location

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Rudolfo Pedraza Zarate

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Rudolfo Pedraza Zarate for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, cognitive care — 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 Rudolfo Pedraza Zarate

NPI records show Dr. Zarate as active with telehealth listed in San Antonio, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (210) 587-8787.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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