Dr. Jennifer Nishimura, MD
Thoracic Surgery
13+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
4 locations
Unm Hospital
2211 Lomas Boulevard Ne, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87106
(505) 272-2111
University Of New Mexico Medical Group
2211 Lomas Blvd Ne, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87106
(505) 272-2111
Unm Hospital
2211 Lomas Blvd Ne, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87106
(505) 272-2644
Optumcare New Mexico, Llc
2901 Transport St Se, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87106
(505) 262-7000
About Dr. Jennifer Nishimura
Jennifer Nishimura, MD is a healthcare provider practicing in Albuquerque, NM.
Specialty Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
13
Years Experience
4
Locations
2
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Additional Specialties
Primary Specialty
Thoracic SurgeryCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Other
Class of 2013
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 2 states
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | 303485 | Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) | — |
| New Mexico | MD2021-0661 | Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Jennifer Nishimura
With 13 years of practice, Dr. Jennifer Nishimura is an established thoracic surgery provider, MD, after earning their medical degree at Other in 2013. Dr. currently practices across 4 facilities, including Unm Hospital in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1144663782, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Dr. Jennifer Nishimura as a lower-volume thoracic surgery provider, treating approximately 21 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 51 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. Jennifer Nishimura received $1K in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$1K
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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Thoracic Surgery Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 87106
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Jennifer Nishimura
What does Dr. Jennifer Nishimura specialize in?
Dr. Jennifer Nishimura specializes in Thoracic Surgery. Secondary taxonomy filings also list Thoracic Surgery (cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery).
Where does Dr. Jennifer Nishimura practice?
Dr. Jennifer Nishimura practices at Unm Hospital in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. is also affiliated with 3 additional facilities, listed below.
Does Dr. Jennifer Nishimura accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Jennifer Nishimura accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 21 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. Jennifer Nishimura's NPI number?
Dr. Jennifer Nishimura's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1144663782. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. Jennifer Nishimura been practicing?
Dr. Jennifer Nishimura has approximately 13 years of practice experience, having graduated from Other in 2013.