RAFAEL ERNESTO AZUAJE M.D.
NPI 1164625943
Surgery in Miami Beach, FL

Q: What is Rafael Azuaje's NPI number?

The NPI number for Rafael Azuaje is 1164625943. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 7, 2007.

Q: What is Rafael Azuaje's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Q: Is Rafael Azuaje enrolled in Medicare?

No. Rafael Azuaje has opted out of Medicare through October 1, 2027. Care is provided under private contracts, and Medicare does not pay for services furnished by providers who have opted out. The provider remains eligible to order and refer services for Medicare patients.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Rafael Azuaje was last updated on November 8, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.

Active since June 07, 2007Opted out of Medicare · through Oct 1, 2027

4302 ALTON RD, SUITE 470, MIAMI BEACH, FL 33140(305) 397-8236(305) 397-8889 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 8, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

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About Rafael Ernesto Azuaje M.d. NPPES

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

RAFAEL ERNESTO AZUAJE M.D. (NPI 1164625943) is an individual surgery provider in Miami Beach, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME86992) and active in the NPI registry since June 2007. He has opted out of Medicare through October 1, 2027 and remains eligible to order and refer.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1164625943

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208600000X

Provider Legal NameRAFAEL ERNESTO AZUAJECredential: M.D.

Location Address4302 ALTON RD, SUITE 470Miami Beach, FL 33140-2891

Mailing Address6580 Indian Creek Dr, Apt. 605Miami Beach, FL 33141-5891 · (305) 397-8236

Phone(305) 397-8236

Fax(305) 397-8889

Sole ProprietorNo

Enumeration DateJune 7, 2007

Last NPPES UpdateNovember 8, 2013

✔ NPI 1164625943 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208600000X

License✔ Licensed in FL · ME86992

Definition

A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.

4302 ALTON RD, Miami Beach, FL 33140

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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Opted out of Medicare

Rafael Ernesto Azuaje M.d. has filed a Medicare opt-out affidavit. Services are provided under private contract between the provider and the patient, and are not billed to or reimbursed by Medicare. The opt-out is on file from October 1, 2021 through October 1, 2027.

Opt-Out Effective DateOctober 1, 2021

Opt-Out In Effect ThroughOctober 1, 2027Opt-out affidavits renew automatically every two years unless cancelled

Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesAn opted-out provider can still order and refer for Medicare patients in the categories marked above, even though their own services are not covered.

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 33140 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

$96.13 typical visit price

range $60.92 – $187.05

Typical copayment $24.03 (range $15.23 – $46.76)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$75.86 typical visit price

range $18.99 – $150.24

Typical copayment $18.96 (range $4.74 – $37.56)

Most-billed visit code 99213

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 20

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

OUELLETTE GROUP PHYSICIANS FOR THE HAND

Orthopaedic Surgery (Hand Surgery)

4302 ALTON RD, SUITE 710
MIAMI BEACH, FL 33140

Miami-Dade County (786) 261-0222

DAVID COHN MD PA

Internal Medicine

4302 ALTON RD, SUITE 300
MIAMI BEACH, FL 33140

Miami-Dade County (305) 531-6600

DR. JOSE R TOLEDO M.D.

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

4302 ALTON RD, SUITE 420
MIAMI BEACH, FL 33140

Miami-Dade County (305) 672-1256

INIEDDY RODRIGUEZ BORNOT

Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)

4302 ALTON RD
MIAMI BEACH, FL 33140

Miami-Dade County (786) 584-5560

DR. DAVID L LIPKIN M.D.

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

4302 ALTON RD, SUITE 420
MIAMI BEACH, FL 33140

Miami-Dade County (305) 672-1256

COMPREHENSIVE PRIMARY CARE

Internal Medicine

4302 ALTON RD, SUITE 900
MIAMI BEACH, FL 33140

Miami-Dade County (305) 534-4888

MEDICAL CENTER OF WINSTON TOWERS INC

Internal Medicine

4302 ALTON RD, SUITE 320
MIAMI BEACH, FL 33140

Miami-Dade County (305) 538-7344

IRVING JORGE MD

Surgery

4302 ALTON RD, SUITE 540
MIAMI BEACH, FL 33140

Miami-Dade County (305) 674-2151

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 Rafael Azuaje's NPI number?

The NPI number for Rafael Azuaje is 1164625943. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 7, 2007.

Where is Rafael Azuaje located?

Rafael Azuaje practices at 4302 Alton Rd Suite 470, Miami Beach, FL 33140. The listed phone number is (305) 397-8236.

What is Rafael Azuaje's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Rafael Azuaje enrolled in Medicare?

No. Rafael Azuaje has opted out of Medicare through October 1, 2027. Care is provided under private contracts, and Medicare does not pay for services furnished by providers who have opted out. The provider remains eligible to order and refer services for Medicare patients.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Rafael Azuaje was last updated on November 8, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.