JAIME E RUIZ MONTERO MD
NPI 1245360726
Internal Medicine in East Chicago, IN

Active since March 06, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
4320 FIR STREET, SUITE 410, EAST CHICAGO, IN 46312(219) 397-8965(219) 397-9351 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 4, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Jaime E Ruiz Montero Md NPPES

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

JAIME E RUIZ MONTERO MD (NPI 1245360726) is an individual internal medicine provider in East Chicago, Indiana, licensed in Indiana (01052348A) and active in the NPI registry since March 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Catherine Hospital Inc, and is a graduate of Other (1991).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1245360726
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameJAIME E RUIZ MONTEROCredential: MD
Location Address4320 FIR STREET, SUITE 410East Chicago, IN 46312-3052
Mailing Address9660 Wicker AvenueSt John, IN 46373-9487 · (219) 397-8965 · Fax (219) 397-9351
Fax(219) 397-9351
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1991
Enumeration DateMarch 6, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 4, 2012
NPI 1245360726 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
Licenses Licensed in IN · 01052348A Licensed in IN · 01052348
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.

4320 FIR STREET, East Chicago, IN 46312

Other Identifiers 6

Other000000224980Anthem Bcbs
Medicaid200287720BIN
Medicare PIN188040AIN
Other000000224980IN · Anthem
Other90001247IL · Bcbsil
Medicare UPINH20935

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Jaime E Ruiz Montero 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 ID6406809607
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050228000981
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 2

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.

Detection test by immunoassay technique for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus and influenza 87428
This test uses a method called immunoassay to identify severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus and influenza. It works by detecting specific proteins (antigens) in a sample, like a nasal swab. It's a powerful tool in diagnosing these viral infections.
21 services18 patients
Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for respiratory syncytial virus 87807
This is a test to identify the respiratory syncytial virus, a common cause of lung and respiratory tract infections. It uses immunoassay, a method that detects the virus through a reaction between the virus and specific antibodies. The result is visually observed.
15 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

St Catherine Hospital Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · East Chicago, IN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number150008
Location4321 Fir StreetEast Chicago, IN 46312 · Lake County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Mary Medical Center Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Hobart, IN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number150034
Location1500 S Lake Park AveHobart, IN 46342 · Lake County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Community Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Munster, IN
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number150125
Location901 Macarthur BlvdMunster, IN 46321 · Lake County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 46312 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
$122.49 typical visit price
range $53.07 – $161.76
Typical copayment $30.62 (range $13.26 – $40.44)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$94.22 typical visit price
range $16.93 – $132.22
Typical copayment $23.55 (range $4.23 – $33.05)
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 3

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
16 suppliers102 claims291 services$5.80 avg. paid by Medicare
Normal, low and high calibrator solution / chips A4256
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
3 suppliers23 claims23 services$2.42 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
12 suppliers52 claims72 services$1.05 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 4

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

Urology
4320 FIR STREET, SUITE 220
EAST CHICAGO, IN 46312
Clinic/Center (Mental Health (Including Community Mental Health Center))
4320 FIR STREET
EAST CHICAGO, IN 46312
Orthopaedic Surgery
4320 FIR STREET
EAST CHICAGO, IN 46312
Clinical Nurse Specialist (Critical Care Medicine)
4320 FIR STREET, SUITE 320
EAST CHICAGO, IN 46312

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 Jaime Ruiz Montero's NPI number?

The NPI number for Jaime Ruiz Montero is 1245360726. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 6, 2007.

Where is Jaime Ruiz Montero located?

Jaime Ruiz Montero practices at 4320 Fir Street Suite 410, East Chicago, IN 46312. The listed phone number is (219) 397-8965.

What is Jaime Ruiz Montero's specialty?

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

Is Jaime Ruiz Montero enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Jaime Ruiz Montero 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 Jaime Ruiz Montero accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian and CareSource list Jaime Ruiz Montero 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 Jaime Ruiz Montero affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Jaime Ruiz Montero is affiliated with St Catherine Hospital Inc, St Mary Medical Center Inc and Community Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Jaime Ruiz Montero was last updated on January 4, 2012. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.