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HELDER OSCAR HERNANDEZ-RIVERA MD
NPI 1437318284
Internal Medicine - Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology in Ponce, PR

Active since June 06, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
917 AVE TITO CASTRO CARRETERA 14, HOSPITAL SAN LUCAS 1ST FLOOR, 200-76, PONCE, PR 00716(787) 432-8161(787) 844-2545 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 15, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 04, 2026.

About Helder Oscar Hernandez-rivera Md NPPES

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

HELDER OSCAR HERNANDEZ-RIVERA MD (NPI 1437318284) is an individual clinical cardiac electrophysiology provider in Ponce, Puerto Rico, licensed in Puerto Rico (17909) and active in the NPI registry since June 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hospital De La Concepcion, and is a graduate of University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine (2007).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1437318284
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RC0001X
Provider Legal NameHELDER OSCAR HERNANDEZ-RIVERACredential: MD
Location Address917 AVE TITO CASTRO CARRETERA 14, HOSPITAL SAN LUCAS 1ST FLOOR, 200-76Ponce, PR 00716
Mailing Address20 Villas De San BlasCoamo, PR 00769-2616 · (787) 518-4086
Phone(787) 432-8161
Fax(787) 844-2545
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Puerto Rico School Of MedicineGraduated 2007
Enumeration DateJune 6, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 15, 2016
✔ NPI 1437318284 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Clinical Cardiac ElectrophysiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RC0001X
License✔ Licensed in PR · 17909
Definition
A field of special interest within the subspecialty of cardiovascular disease, specialty of Internal Medicine, which involves intricate technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine appropriate treatment for them.
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseTaxonomy 207RC0000X · License 17909 (PR)
917 AVE TITO CASTRO CARRETERA 14, Ponce, PR 00716
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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

Helder Oscar Hernandez-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 ID7618251349
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170224001442
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 CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.
60 services37 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
47 services27 patients
Programming of dual lead pacemaker system 93280
Programming of a dual lead pacemaker system is a procedure to adjust your heart's pacemaker settings. This process involves a small device, called a programmer, that communicates with your pacemaker to ensure it's working optimally for your heart's needs.
20 services16 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
14 services14 patients
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.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Hospital De La Concepcion

Acute Care Hospitals · San German, PR
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number400021
LocationRoad Number 2 Km 173.4 Cain AltoSan German, PR 00683 · San German County
Emergency services

Hospital Damas Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Ponce, PR
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number400022
LocationPonce By Pass #2213Ponce, PR 00717 · Ponce County
Emergency services

Hospital Episcopal San Lucas II

Acute Care Hospitals · Ponce, PR
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number400044
Location917 Ave Tito CastroPonce, PR 00716 · Ponce County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mayaguez Medical Center Dr Ramon Emeterio Betances

Acute Care Hospitals · Mayaguez, PR
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number400103
LocationCarr 2 Bo SabalosMayaguez, PR 00682 · Mayaguez County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 00716 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.

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 Helder Hernandez-rivera's NPI number?

The NPI number for Helder Hernandez-rivera is 1437318284. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 6, 2008.

Where is Helder Hernandez-rivera located?

Helder Hernandez-rivera practices at 917 Ave Tito Castro Carretera 14 Hospital San Lucas 1st Floor, 200-76, Ponce, PR 00716. The listed phone number is (787) 432-8161.

What is Helder Hernandez-rivera's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology, with taxonomy code 207RC0001X.

Is Helder Hernandez-rivera enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Helder Hernandez-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 Helder Hernandez-rivera affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Helder Hernandez-rivera is affiliated with Hospital De La Concepcion, Hospital Damas Inc, Hospital Episcopal San Lucas II and Mayaguez Medical Center Dr Ramon Emeterio Betances.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Helder Hernandez-rivera was last updated on September 15, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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.