DR. MELVIN A. GONZALEZ MD
NPI 1194721167
Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease in Palm Springs, CA

Q: What is Melvin Gonzalez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melvin Gonzalez is 1194721167. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 24, 2005.

Q: What is Melvin Gonzalez's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Cardiovascular Disease, with taxonomy code 207RC0000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melvin Gonzalez was last updated on April 23, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 months 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 24, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

84.3/100

CMS Quality Rating

415 S PALM CANYON DR, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262(760) 346-0642(760) 340-9152 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 23, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 11, 2019, Oct 24, 2017, Sep 28, 2016 (3 updates tracked since 2016).

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About Dr. Melvin A. Gonzalez Md NPPES

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

DR. MELVIN A. GONZALEZ MD (NPI 1194721167) is an individual cardiovascular disease provider in Palm Springs, California, licensed in California (G46612) and active in the NPI registry since June 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Rancho Mirage, and is a graduate of Harvard Medical School (1979).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1194721167

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RC0000X

Provider Legal NameDR. MELVIN A. GONZALEZCredential: MD

Location Address415 S PALM CANYON DRPalm Springs, CA 92262-7303

Mailing Address39000 Bob Hope DrRancho Mirage, CA 92270-3221 · (760) 346-0642 · Fax (760) 340-9152

Phone(760) 346-0642

Fax(760) 340-9152

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSHarvard Medical SchoolGraduated 1979

Enumeration DateJune 24, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateApril 23, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedApril 23, 2025

✔ NPI 1194721167 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RC0000X

License✔ Licensed in CA · G46612

Definition

An internist who specializes in diseases of the heart and blood vessels and manages complex cardiac conditions such as heart attacks and life-threatening, abnormal heartbeat rhythms.

Also ListedSpecialistTaxonomy 174400000X · License G46612 (CA)

415 S PALM CANYON DR, Palm Springs, CA 92262

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 139000 Bob Hope DrRancho Mirage, CA 92270-3221 · Phone (760) 346-0642 · Fax (760) 340-9152

Other Identifiers 3

Other00G466120CA · Blue Shield Prov. #

Medicaid00G466120CA

Other060004805CA · Railroad Medicare

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Melvin A. Gonzalez Md 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 ID4082602701

PECOS Enrollment IDI20111123000263

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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Melvin Gonzalez reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Eisenhower Medical Center

0.8 mi

General Acute Care Hospital

415 S PALM CANYON DR
Palm Springs, CA 92262

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
595 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1801291539 (760) 773-4560

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 12

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.

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010

A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.

921 services785 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.

385 services359 patients

Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function 93306

This is a heart ultrasound, also known as an echocardiogram. It uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart, showing how blood flows through it. The color depicts the blood flow's speed and direction. It also checks the heart's valves to ensure they're working properly.

181 services178 patients

3d radiographic procedure 76376

A 3D radiographic procedure is a non-invasive imaging test that helps doctors visualize the internal structures of your body in three dimensions. This advanced technology provides detailed images, aiding in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning. It involves exposure to minimal radiation.

152 services149 patients

Ultrasound of both sides of head and neck blood flow 93880

An ultrasound of the head and neck blood flow is a safe, non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of blood vessels. It helps detect abnormalities like blockages or clots, ensuring optimal blood flow.

42 services42 patients

Evaluation of single, dual, multiple lead or leadless pacemaker system, remote up to 90 days 93294

This procedure evaluates your pacemaker system remotely for up to 90 days. It checks whether single, dual, multiple lead, or leadless pacemakers are working properly. It's a safe, convenient way to ensure your heart device is functioning optimally.

31 services31 patients

Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional 99211

This service involves an outpatient visit for established patients who may not need direct interaction with a healthcare professional. It could include reviewing test results, monitoring existing conditions, or adjusting treatment plans. It's typically done remotely, ensuring your comfort and convenience.

31 services13 patients

Programming of dual lead pacemaker system 93280

Programming of a dual lead pacemaker system is a procedure to adjust your heart's pacemaker settings. This process involves a small device, called a programmer, that communicates with your pacemaker to ensure it's working optimally for your heart's needs.

19 services19 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

17 services15 patients

Programming of single lead pacemaker system 93279

Programming of a single lead pacemaker system involves adjusting the pacemaker's settings to suit your heart's unique needs. This is done using a special device that communicates with the pacemaker, ensuring it helps your heart beat at an optimal rate.

15 services15 patients

Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with supervision by physician 93016

An exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG involves monitoring your heart's activity while it's under stress, either from exercise or medication. A doctor supervises the entire procedure to ensure safety and accuracy in results. This test helps detect heart problems.

12 services12 patients

Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with review by physician 93018

An exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG is a procedure to assess how your heart functions under stress. It can involve exercising or medication to make your heart work harder while an ECG records its activity. A physician reviews the results.

12 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92262 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

$136.04 typical visit price

range $59.60 – $179.42

Typical copayment $34.01 (range $14.90 – $44.85)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$74.08 typical visit price

range $19.37 – $146.42

Typical copayment $18.52 (range $4.84 – $36.60)

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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

84.3/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

88.95

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

58.71

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

1 supplier14 claims14 services$79.02 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

1 supplier14 claims14 services$33.51 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 10

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

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