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DR. RIO DION DICKENS M.D.
NPI 1033210984
Internal Medicine in San Diego, CA

Active since September 25, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3811 VALLEY CENTRE DR, SAN DIEGO, CA 92130(858) 764-3000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 16, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Rio Dion Dickens M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. RIO DION DICKENS M.D. (NPI 1033210984) is an individual internal medicine provider in San Diego, California, licensed in California (C154071) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine (2001).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1033210984
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. RIO DION DICKENSCredential: M.D.
Location Address3811 VALLEY CENTRE DRSan Diego, CA 92130-3318
Mailing Address10790 Rancho Bernardo RdSan Diego, CA 92127-5705 · (858) 764-3000
Phone(858) 764-3000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Cincinnati College Of MedicineGraduated 2001
Enumeration DateSeptember 25, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 16, 2019
✔ NPI 1033210984 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in CA · C154071✔ Licensed in GA · 053847
Definition
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.
3811 VALLEY CENTRE DR, San Diego, CA 92130
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Other Names 1

Other Name (5)Dr. Rio Dion Dickens M.d.

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Rio Dion Dickens M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID941269716
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180413002094
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 8

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
166 services166 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
160 services112 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
154 services110 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
61 services52 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
31 services28 patients
Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008
The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.
17 services17 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92130 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$140.22 typical visit price
range $62.10 – $184.71
Typical copayment $35.05 (range $15.52 – $46.17)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$108.42 typical visit price
range $20.62 – $151.42
Typical copayment $27.10 (range $5.15 – $37.85)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Ostomy pouch, closed; for use on barrier with flange (2 piece), each A5054
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF010N
1 supplier11 claims660 services$1.60 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

ANDREW SHIN LAI MD
Internal Medicine
3811 VALLEY CENTRE DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92130
San Diego County (858) 455-9100
DR. TODD M. HITCHCOCK M.D.
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
3811 VALLEY CENTRE DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92130
San Diego County (858) 764-3110
MANDY HILLMER FNP-C, CPNP
Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
3811 VALLEY CENTRE DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92130
San Diego County (858) 764-3040
DR. HOLLY E. HAUSER M.D.
Family Medicine
3811 VALLEY CENTRE DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92130
San Diego County (858) 764-9081
MITCH BIERMANN
Internal Medicine
3811 VALLEY CENTRE DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92130
San Diego County (858) 764-3320
DR. ILIA J.L. CHRISTY M.D.
Internal Medicine
3811 VALLEY CENTRE DR, S99
SAN DIEGO, CA 92130
San Diego County (858) 764-3000
ALISON CUSMANO FNP
Nurse Practitioner (Primary Care)
3811 VALLEY CENTRE DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92130
San Diego County (858) 764-3100
DR. DESMOND ANTHONY JOLLY MD
Pediatrics
3811 VALLEY CENTRE DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92130
San Diego County (858) 764-3030

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Rio Dickens's NPI number?

The NPI number for Rio Dickens is 1033210984. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 25, 2006. The provider is also known as Dr. Rio Dion Dickens M.D..

Where is Rio Dickens located?

Rio Dickens practices at 3811 Valley Centre Dr, San Diego, CA 92130. The listed phone number is (858) 764-3000.

What is Rio Dickens's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Rio Dickens enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Rio Dickens is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Rio Dickens was last updated on July 16, 2019. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.