DR. LUIS E CUMMINGS JR. MD
NPI 1457349789
Pain Medicine - Interventional Pain Medicine in Ponce, PR

Active since October 11, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare AssignmentCLIA 40D2026066 · Waiver
909 AVE TITO CASTRO, SUITE 501, PONCE, PR 00716(787) 840-7130(787) 841-6364 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 7, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

About Dr. Luis E Cummings Jr. Md NPPES

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

DR. LUIS E CUMMINGS JR. MD (NPI 1457349789) is an individual interventional pain medicine provider in Ponce, Puerto Rico, licensed in Puerto Rico (6648) and active in the NPI registry since October 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, holds a CLIA Waiver certificate valid through June 22, 2027, and is a graduate of University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine (1979).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1457349789
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208VP0014X
Provider Legal NameDR. LUIS E CUMMINGS JR.Credential: MD
Location Address909 AVE TITO CASTRO, SUITE 501Ponce, PR 00716-4728
Mailing Address909 Ave Tito Castro, Suite 501Ponce, PR 00716-4728 · (787) 840-7130 · Fax (787) 841-6364
Fax(787) 841-6364
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Puerto Rico School Of MedicineGraduated 1979
Enumeration DateOctober 11, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 7, 2016
NPI 1457349789 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

Primary SpecialtyPain Medicine · Interventional Pain MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208VP0014X
License Licensed in PR · 6648
Definition

Interventional Pain Medicine is the discipline of medicine devoted to the diagnosis and treatment of pain and related disorders principally with the application of interventional techniques in managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, independently or in conjunction with other modalities of treatment.

Also ListedAnesthesiologyTaxonomy 207L00000X · License 6648 (PR)
Also ListedAnesthesiology · Pain MedicineTaxonomy 207LP2900X · License 6648 (PR)
909 AVE TITO CASTRO, Ponce, PR 00716

Other Identifiers 4

Other1457349789PR · Npi
Other7330100Humana
Medicare UPINE71636
Medicare PIN0098196PR

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. Luis E Cummings 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 ID3173539376
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060224000594
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.

CLIA Laboratory Certificates CMS CLIA

Laboratory certificates issued under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) program, which sets federal quality standards for human laboratory testing in the United States. There is no official CMS crosswalk between CLIA and NPI numbers; these certificates are associated with this NPI by matching facility names, locations and phone numbers in the CMS CLIA registry.

Certificate of Waiver 40D2026066

Dr Luis E Cummings · Ponce, PR
Active · expires Jun 22, 2027
CLIA Number40D2026066
Laboratory TypePhysician Office
Certificate Effective DateJune 23, 2025
Certificate Expiration DateJune 22, 2027
Laboratory DirectorDr. Luis E. Cummings
Laboratory Phone(787) 840-7130
Laboratory LocationDr Luis E CummingsSt Lukes' Medical Tower 909 Ave Tito Castro Suite 501, Ponce, PR 00716
CLIA data matches this NPI record on: Phone
This certificate is issued to a laboratory to perform only waived tests.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 4

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 office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes 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.
58 services29 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
28 services28 patients
Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level 64493
This procedure involves injecting medication into the facet joint in your lower back or sacral spine. It's done under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The aim is to alleviate pain and inflammation. It's a safe, often effective method for managing spinal discomfort.
19 services12 patients
Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level 64494
This procedure involves injecting medication into the facet joints of your lower or sacral spine to manage pain. Imaging guidance ensures accurate placement. It's the second level, meaning it's done on two different joint levels.
19 services12 patients

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.

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.

Ophthalmology
909 AVE TITO CASTRO, SUITE 709
PONCE, PR 00716
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
909 AVE TITO CASTRO, TORRE MEDICA SAN LUCAS SUITE 723
PONCE, PR 00716
Surgery (Vascular Surgery)
909 AVE TITO CASTRO, TORRE MEDICA SAN LUCAS STE 602
PONCE, PR 00716
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
909 AVE TITO CASTRO, TORRE MEDICA SAN LUCAS SUITE 522
PONCE, PR 00716
Dermatology
909 AVE TITO CASTRO, STE 804
PONCE, PR 00716
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
909 AVE TITO CASTRO, SUITE 804
PONCE, PR 00716
Neurological Surgery
909 AVE TITO CASTRO, TORRE MEDICA SAN LUCAS SUITE 614
PONCE, PR 00716
Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
909 AVE TITO CASTRO, TORRE MEDICA SAN LUCAS SUITE 504
PONCE, PR 00716

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1457349789, enumerated as an "individual" on October 11, 2005.

The provider is located at 909 AVE TITO CASTRO SUITE 501 PONCE, PR 00716 and the phone number is (787) 840-7130.

Pain Medicine with taxonomy code 208VP0014X and a focus in Interventional Pain Medicine.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare, Medicaid and Humana. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.