DR. MANUEL RUIZ JR. MD
NPI 1255652152
Surgery in Victoria, TX

Active since June 15, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
601 E SAN ANTONIO ST, STE 501W, VICTORIA, TX 77901(361) 575-6396 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 28, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Manuel Ruiz Jr. Md NPPES

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

DR. MANUEL RUIZ JR. MD (NPI 1255652152) is an individual surgery provider in Victoria, Texas, licensed in Texas (R0650) and active in the NPI registry since June 2010. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Minden Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2010).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1255652152
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDR. MANUEL RUIZ JR.Credential: MD
Location Address601 E SAN ANTONIO ST, STE 501WVictoria, TX 77901-6004
Mailing Address601 E San Antonio St, Ste 501wVictoria, TX 77901-6004 · (361) 575-6396
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateJune 15, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 28, 2016
NPI 1255652152 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License Licensed in TX · R0650
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.
601 E SAN ANTONIO ST, Victoria, TX 77901

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

Dr. Manuel Ruiz Jr. 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 ID9234373457
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190717001171, I20241017001898
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.

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.
62 services59 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
18 services18 patients
Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access 76937
Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access is a medical procedure where sound waves are used to create images of your blood vessels. This helps doctors to accurately locate and access the vessels for treatments or tests, ensuring safety and precision.
13 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Minden Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Minden, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number190144
LocationNo 1 Medical PlazaMinden, LA 71055 · Webster County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77901 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
$84.92 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$68.55 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $17.13 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
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.

Nurse Practitioner
601 E SAN ANTONIO ST, STE 203W
VICTORIA, TX 77901
Surgery
601 E SAN ANTONIO ST, STE 501
VICTORIA, TX 77901
Family Medicine
601 E SAN ANTONIO ST, STE 205 W
VICTORIA, TX 77901
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
601 E SAN ANTONIO ST, STE. 503W
VICTORIA, TX 77901
Surgery
601 E SAN ANTONIO ST, STE 501
VICTORIA, TX 77901
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
601 E SAN ANTONIO ST, SUITE 305
VICTORIA, TX 77901
Internal Medicine
601 E SAN ANTONIO ST, STE. 503W
VICTORIA, TX 77901
Surgery
601 E SAN ANTONIO ST, STE 501
VICTORIA, TX 77901

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 Manuel Ruiz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Manuel Ruiz is 1255652152. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 15, 2010.

Where is Manuel Ruiz located?

Manuel Ruiz practices at 601 E San Antonio St Ste 501W, Victoria, TX 77901. The listed phone number is (361) 575-6396.

What is Manuel Ruiz's specialty?

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

Is Manuel Ruiz enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Manuel Ruiz 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 Manuel Ruiz accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and 3 other insurers list Manuel Ruiz 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 Manuel Ruiz affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Manuel Ruiz is affiliated with Minden Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Manuel Ruiz was last updated on November 28, 2016. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.