ANGEL RIVERA - CASTRO M.D.
NPI 1336153980
Ophthalmology in Carolina, PR

Active since July 28, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
86.37/100
CMS Quality Rating
11310 AVE. 65 INFANTERIA, CARR 3 KM 12.3, CAROLINA, PR 00985(787) 769-2477(787) 276-0065 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 26, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

About Angel Rivera - Castro M.d. NPPES

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

ANGEL RIVERA - CASTRO M.D. (NPI 1336153980) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Carolina, Puerto Rico, licensed in Puerto Rico (11864) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1995).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1336153980
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameANGEL RIVERA - CASTROCredential: M.D.
Location Address11310 AVE. 65 INFANTERIA, CARR 3 KM 12.3Carolina, PR 00985
Mailing Address283 Camino Del Mango, Sabanera Del RioGurabo, PR 00778 · (787) 744-3017 · Fax (787) 276-0065
Fax(787) 276-0065
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1995
Enumeration DateJuly 28, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 26, 2019
NPI 1336153980 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License Licensed in PR · 11864
Definition

An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.

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

Angel Rivera - Castro M.d. 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 ID2365770161
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190816002614
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 5

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the 2024 & 2026 CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 92012
This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.
64 services35 patients
Extended exam of the back part of the eye with optic nerve drawing 92202
This procedure involves a detailed examination of the back part of your eye, focusing on the optic nerve, a crucial component for vision. A drawing or map of the optic nerve is created to help track any changes over time. This can help detect eye diseases early.
35 services31 patients
Imaging of optic nerve 92133
Imaging of the optic nerve is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed pictures of your optic nerve. It helps doctors assess eye health, particularly for conditions like glaucoma. It's painless, quick, and uses safe technology like MRI or OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).
16 services15 patients
Exam of visual field with extended testing 92083
An extended visual field exam is a detailed test to evaluate your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to detect any potential blind spots which may not be noticeable in daily life. These could be caused by eye diseases like glaucoma, or neurological conditions.
12 services12 patients
Cataract surgery NAN11
Cataract surgery is a procedure to remove the lens of your eye when it becomes cloudy, which is called a cataract. A synthetic lens is then inserted to restore clear vision. The operation is typically done on an outpatient basis and is very safe and effective.
0 services37 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 00985 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
$130.65 typical visit price
range $56.86 – $172.44
Typical copayment $32.66 (range $14.21 – $43.11)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$70.88 typical visit price
range $18.24 – $140.44
Typical copayment $17.72 (range $4.56 – $35.11)
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.

86.37/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality100
Improvement Activities40
Cost54.57

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1336153980, enumerated as an "individual" on July 28, 2006.

The provider is located at 11310 AVE. 65 INFANTERIA CARR 3 KM 12.3 CAROLINA, PR 00985 and the phone number is (787) 769-2477.

Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.