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ERNEST FONTECHA
NPI 1114230232
Internal Medicine in Riverview, FL

Active since July 18, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3140 S FALKENBURG RD STE 302, RIVERVIEW, FL 33578(813) 660-6400(813) 660-6699 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 5, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 5, 2024, Jul 8, 2020, Jun 27, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

About Ernest Fontecha NPPES

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

ERNEST FONTECHA (NPI 1114230232) is an individual internal medicine provider in Riverview, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME166594) and active in the NPI registry since July 2010. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Tampa General Hospital, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1114230232
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameERNEST FONTECHA
Location Address3140 S FALKENBURG RD STE 302Riverview, FL 33578-2594
Mailing AddressPo Box 1289Tampa, FL 33601-1289 · (813) 660-6400 · Fax (813) 660-6699
Phone(813) 660-6400
Fax(813) 660-6699
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2009
Enumeration DateJuly 18, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 5, 20243 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 5, 2024
✔ NPI 1114230232 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in FL · ME166594✔ Licensed in CA · A139358✔ Licensed in IL · 125057972✔ Licensed in NJ · 25MA10668500
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.
3140 S FALKENBURG RD STE 302, Riverview, FL 33578
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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1456 Prospect AveWest Orange, NJ 07052-4112 · Phone (973) 731-6767
Location 250100 Golsh RdValley Center, CA 92082 · Phone (760) 749-1410 ext. 5296 · Fax (760) 749-2151

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama and more.Insurance ›

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

Ernest Fontecha 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 ID244523090
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240328002288
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 3

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.

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.
86 services56 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.
25 services23 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Tampa General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Tampa, FL
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100128
Location1 Tampa General CirTampa, FL 33606 · Hillsborough County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 33578 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
$130.04 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $171.84
Typical copayment $32.51 (range $14.00 – $42.96)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$99.16 typical visit price
range $17.57 – $139.16
Typical copayment $24.79 (range $4.39 – $34.79)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

TAMPA GENERAL MEDICAL GROUP INC
Family Medicine
3140 S FALKENBURG RD STE 302
RIVERVIEW, FL 33578
Hillsborough County (813) 660-6400

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 Ernest Fontecha's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ernest Fontecha is 1114230232. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 18, 2010.

Where is Ernest Fontecha located?

Ernest Fontecha practices at 3140 S Falkenburg Rd Ste 302, Riverview, FL 33578. The listed phone number is (813) 660-6400.

What is Ernest Fontecha's specialty?

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

Is Ernest Fontecha enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ernest Fontecha 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.

What insurance does Ernest Fontecha accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter of Alabama, Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL) and Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company) and 4 other insurers list Ernest Fontecha as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Ernest Fontecha affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ernest Fontecha is affiliated with Tampa General Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ernest Fontecha was last updated on March 5, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.