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CESAR A RIVERA MD
NPI 1386749620
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Arecibo, PR

Active since September 13, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
65 CELSO BARBOSA, SUITE 107, ARECIBO, PR 00612(787) 879-3828(787) 878-5599 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Cesar A Rivera Md NPPES

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

CESAR A RIVERA MD (NPI 1386749620) is an individual nephrology provider in Arecibo, Puerto Rico, licensed in Puerto Rico (10799) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hospital Pavia Arecibo, and is a graduate of Other (1990).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1386749620
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameCESAR A RIVERACredential: MD
Location Address65 CELSO BARBOSA, SUITE 107Arecibo, PR 00612
Mailing AddressPo Box 141752Arecibo, PR 00614 · (787) 820-0237 · Fax (787) 878-6791
Phone(787) 879-3828
Fax(787) 878-5599
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1990
Enumeration DateSeptember 13, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
✔ NPI 1386749620 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RN0300X
License✔ Licensed in PR · 10799
Definition
An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
65 CELSO BARBOSA, Arecibo, PR 00612
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicare UPINF72373

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Cesar A Rivera 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 ID6901975317
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100713000705
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.

Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) 90960
Dialysis is a treatment that filters and purifies your blood using a machine. It helps keep your fluids and electrolytes in balance when the kidneys can't do their job. This service includes 4 or more visits per month with a physician to monitor your health and adjust your treatment as needed.
75 services14 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.
31 services13 patients
Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older) 90961
Dialysis is a treatment that performs the function of healthy kidneys if they're not working properly. It removes waste and excess fluid from your blood. 2-3 physician visits per month are recommended for monitoring your health and adjusting your treatment as needed. This service is available for those aged 20 years and older.
17 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Hospital Pavia Arecibo

Acute Care Hospitals · Arecibo, PR
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number400087
LocationCarretera 129 Km.1 Avenida San LuisArecibo, PR 00612 · Arecibo County
Emergency services

Hospital Metropolitano Dr Susoni

Acute Care Hospitals · Arecibo, PR
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number400117
Location55 Palm StArecibo, PR 00614 · Arecibo County
Emergency services

Doctors' Center Hospital, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Manati, PR
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number400118
LocationMarginal Carretera No 2, Km 47 7Manati, PR 00674 · Manati County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 00612 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
$100.24 typical visit price
range $18.24 – $140.44
Typical copayment $25.06 (range $4.56 – $35.11)
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 8

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
2 suppliers14 claims60 services$6.48 avg. paid by Medicare
Normal, low and high calibrator solution / chips A4256
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$2.40 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
2 suppliers14 claims30 services$1.06 avg. paid by Medicare
Tacrolimus, immediate release, oral, 1 mg J7507
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
4 suppliers45 claims4,830 services$0.29 avg. paid by Medicare
Mycophenolic acid, oral, 180 mg J7518
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
2 suppliers23 claims3,360 services$0.95 avg. paid by Medicare
Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$200.12 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 2

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

NEFROLOGOS ASOCIADOS DEL NORTE, LLC
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
65 CELSO BARBOSA, SUITE 107
ARECIBO, PR 00612
Arecibo Municipio (787) 879-3828
DR. MILTON E GARCIA MD
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
65 CELSO BARBOSA, SUITE 107
ARECIBO, PR 00612
Arecibo Municipio (787) 879-3828

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 Cesar Rivera's NPI number?

The NPI number for Cesar Rivera is 1386749620. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 13, 2006.

Where is Cesar Rivera located?

Cesar Rivera practices at 65 Celso Barbosa Suite 107, Arecibo, PR 00612. The listed phone number is (787) 879-3828.

What is Cesar Rivera's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Is Cesar Rivera enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Cesar Rivera 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.

Is Cesar Rivera affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Cesar Rivera is affiliated with Hospital Pavia Arecibo, Hospital Metropolitano Dr Susoni and Doctors' Center Hospital, Inc.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Cesar Rivera was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 years 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.