RUBEN KIER
NPI 1568457117
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in Farmington, CT

Active since September 20, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
79.34/100
CMS Quality Rating
263 FARMINGTON AVE, FARMINGTON, CT 06030(203) 671-1922(860) 679-3145 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 22, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 04, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 22, 2023, Jul 26, 2023 (2 updates tracked since 2023).

About Ruben Kier NPPES

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

RUBEN KIER (NPI 1568457117) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in Farmington, Connecticut, licensed in Connecticut (28028) and active in the NPI registry since September 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Orange, and is a graduate of Duke University School Of Medicine (1982).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1568457117
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X
Provider Legal NameRUBEN KIER
Location Address263 FARMINGTON AVEFarmington, CT 06030-1933
Mailing Address263 Farmington AveFarmington, CT 06030-8082 · (203) 671-1922
Fax(860) 679-3145
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSDuke University School Of MedicineGraduated 1982
Enumeration DateSeptember 20, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 22, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 22, 2023
✔ NPI 1568457117 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 CT · 28028
Definition
A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
263 FARMINGTON AVE, Farmington, CT 06030

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 144 Hampton CloseOrange, CT 06477-1933 · Phone (203) 671-1922

Other Identifiers 9

Other061613357CT · Cigna Ct
Medicaid300003077CT
Other500HBX051CT01CT · Bcbs Ct
Other001280289-P2CT · Blue Care Family Plan
OtherOV9113CT · Health Net
Other2069098CT · United Healthcare
Other0086989CT · Aetna Ct
Other300128652CT · Railroad Medicare
OtherANC1162CT · Oxford Health Plans

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

Ruben Kier 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 ID4183517071
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100603000179
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 14

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.

Ct scan of upper spine without contrast 72125
A CT scan of the upper spine without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test that uses X-rays to capture detailed images of your neck and upper back. It helps in identifying issues like fractures, tumors, or infections. No dye (contrast) is used in this scan.
58 services54 patients
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.
39 services39 patients
Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast 74177
A CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis with contrast is an imaging procedure. A special dye, called contrast, is used to make certain areas more visible. This can help identify issues such as infections, tumors, or other abnormalities. The procedure is painless and usually takes about 30 minutes.
30 services29 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.
27 services27 patients
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views 73030
An X-ray of the shoulder, with a minimum of 2 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of your shoulder bones. This helps in diagnosing conditions like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. The procedure is quick and painless.
21 services19 patients
X-ray of knee, 1-2 views 73560
An X-ray of the knee with 1-2 views is a quick, painless test that produces images of the knee bones. It helps identify fractures, infections, or changes in the knee joint. During the procedure, you'll be asked to stay still while the X-ray machine captures the images.
21 services19 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 06030 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
$93.86 typical visit price
range $60.82 – $183.10
Typical copayment $23.46 (range $15.20 – $45.77)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$75.55 typical visit price
range $19.76 – $149.26
Typical copayment $18.88 (range $4.94 – $37.31)
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.

79.34/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality69.22
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost48.08

Reported Quality Measures

Radiation Consideration for Adult CT: Utilization of Dose Lowering Techniques
Percentage of final reports for patients aged 18 years and older undergoing CT with documentation that one or more of the following dose reduction techniques were used: - Automated exposure control - Adjustment of the mA and/or kV according to patient size -…
100%69 patients
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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.

Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
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FARMINGTON, CT 06030
Neurological Surgery
263 FARMINGTON AVE
FARMINGTON, CT 06030
Dentist (Endodontics)
263 FARMINGTON AVE
FARMINGTON, CT 06030
Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)
263 FARMINGTON AVE
FARMINGTON, CT 06030
Surgery
263 FARMINGTON AVE
FARMINGTON, CT 06030
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
263 FARMINGTON AVE
FARMINGTON, CT 06030
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
263 FARMINGTON AVE
FARMINGTON, CT 06030
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
263 FARMINGTON AVE
FARMINGTON, CT 06030

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 Ruben Kier's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ruben Kier is 1568457117. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 20, 2005.

Where is Ruben Kier located?

Ruben Kier practices at 263 Farmington Ave, Farmington, CT 06030. The listed phone number is (203) 671-1922.

What is Ruben Kier's specialty?

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

Is Ruben Kier enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ruben Kier 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ruben Kier was last updated on August 22, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.