RALPH DROSTEN M.D.
NPI 1386743128
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in Tucson, AZ

Active since September 21, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1625 N CAMPBELL AVE, TUCSON, AZ 85719(520) 626-1069 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 15, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Ralph Drosten M.d. NPPES

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

RALPH DROSTEN M.D. (NPI 1386743128) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in Tucson, Arizona, licensed in Arizona (36894) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1992).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1386743128
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X
Provider Legal NameRALPH DROSTENCredential: M.D.
Location Address1625 N CAMPBELL AVETucson, AZ 85719-4330
Mailing Address1625 N Campbell AveTucson, AZ 85719-4330 · (602) 406-3860 · Fax (602) 406-6132
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1992
Enumeration DateSeptember 21, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 15, 2025
NPPES CertifiedOctober 15, 2025
✔ NPI 1386743128 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085R0202X
License✔ Licensed in AZ · 36894
Definition
A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
1625 N CAMPBELL AVE, Tucson, AZ 85719

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid915621AZ

Accepted Insurance

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

Ralph Drosten 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 ID7214837038
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080917000231
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 Reassignments

3

Medicare enrollment records show Ralph Drosten reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Nutrition, Education
535 N WILMOT RD STE 101
Tucson, AZ 85711
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arizona enrollment
  • 1,514 clinicians in this Medicare group
Vascular & Interventional Radiology
1400 S DOBSON RD
Mesa, AZ 85202
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arizona enrollment
  • 447 clinicians in this Medicare group
Diagnostic Radiology
3501 N SCOTTSDALE ROAD, SUITE 130
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arizona enrollment
  • 156 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 24

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.

X-ray of chest, 1 view 71045
A chest X-ray, 1 view, is a quick, painless test that produces images of the structures within your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. It helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer. You'll stand in front of a machine that emits X-rays, which pass through your body to create the image.
2,259 services1,680 patients
X-ray of chest, 2 views 71046
A chest X-ray, 2 views, is a quick, painless test that creates pictures of the structures inside your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Two different angles are used to get a comprehensive view. This helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer.
348 services338 patients
Ct scan of chest without contrast 71250
A CT scan of the chest without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses special X-ray equipment to produce detailed images of your chest area, including your lungs and heart. It can help diagnose conditions such as lung diseases or heart disorders. It doesn't involve any dyes or contrast agents.
183 services179 patients
Ct scan of chest without contrast 71250
A CT scan of the chest without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses special X-ray equipment to produce detailed images of your chest area, including your lungs and heart. It can help diagnose conditions such as lung diseases or heart disorders. It doesn't involve any dyes or contrast agents.
176 services172 patients
X-ray of chest, 2 views 71046
A chest X-ray, 2 views, is a quick, painless test that creates pictures of the structures inside your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Two different angles are used to get a comprehensive view. This helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer.
128 services128 patients
Ct scan of blood vessels of chest with contrast 71275
A CT scan of the chest with contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses X-rays and a special dye to get detailed images of your blood vessels in the chest. This helps in diagnosing conditions related to heart and lungs.
99 services98 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 85719 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
$85.89 typical visit price
range $55.44 – $168.60
Typical copayment $21.47 (range $13.86 – $42.15)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$69.24 typical visit price
range $17.72 – $137.41
Typical copayment $17.31 (range $4.43 – $34.35)
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.

Pediatrics
1625 N CAMPBELL AVE
TUCSON, AZ 85719
Pediatrics
1625 N CAMPBELL AVE
TUCSON, AZ 85719
Physician Assistant
1625 N CAMPBELL AVE
TUCSON, AZ 85719
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
1625 N CAMPBELL AVE
TUCSON, AZ 85719
Emergency Medicine
1625 N CAMPBELL AVE
TUCSON, AZ 85719
Emergency Medical Technician, Paramedic
1625 N CAMPBELL AVE
TUCSON, AZ 85719
Anesthesiology
1625 N CAMPBELL AVE
TUCSON, AZ 85719
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1625 N CAMPBELL AVE
TUCSON, AZ 85719

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 Ralph Drosten's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ralph Drosten is 1386743128. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 21, 2006.

Where is Ralph Drosten located?

Ralph Drosten practices at 1625 N Campbell Ave, Tucson, AZ 85719. The listed phone number is (520) 626-1069.

What is Ralph Drosten's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0202X.

Is Ralph Drosten enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ralph Drosten 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Ralph Drosten's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Ralph Drosten reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Banner-University Medical Group (Tucson, AZ), Sonoran Radiology Ltd (Mesa, AZ) and Southwest Diagnostic Imaging LLC (Scottsdale, AZ). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Ralph Drosten's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Ralph Drosten accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona and Oscar Health Plan, Inc. list Ralph Drosten 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ralph Drosten was last updated on October 15, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.