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ABIMAEL RIVERA-CRUZ MD RPH
NPI 1588839765
Dermatology in Arecibo, PR

Active since April 28, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
CARR 653 KM 2.2, SECTOR BARRANCA, ARECIBO, PR 00612(787) 956-0020 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 22, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 22, 2026, Jul 9, 2020, Jan 10, 2019 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2017).

About Abimael Rivera-cruz Md Rph NPPES

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

ABIMAEL RIVERA-CRUZ MD RPH (NPI 1588839765) is an individual dermatology provider in Arecibo, Puerto Rico, licensed in Florida (ME112838) and active in the NPI registry since April 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1588839765
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207N00000X
Provider Legal NameABIMAEL RIVERA-CRUZCredential: MD RPH
Location AddressCARR 653 KM 2.2, SECTOR BARRANCAArecibo, PR 00612
Mailing AddressHc 5 Box 92257Arecibo, PR 00612-9539 · (787) 956-0020 · Fax (787) 956-0018
Phone(787) 956-0020
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Puerto Rico School Of MedicineGraduated 2008
Enumeration DateApril 28, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 22, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 22, 2026
✔ NPI 1588839765 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyDermatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207N00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in FL · ME112838✔ Licensed in PR · 18797
Definition
A dermatologist is trained to diagnose and treat pediatric and adult patients with benign and malignant disorders of the skin, mouth, external genitalia, hair and nails, as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. The dermatologist has had additional training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers, melanomas, moles and other tumors of the skin, the management of contact dermatitis and other allergic and nonallergic skin disorders, and in the recognition of the skin manifestations of systemic (including internal malignancy) and infectious diseases. Dermatologists have special training in dermatopathology and in the surgical techniques used in dermatology. They also have expertise in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars and the skin changes associated with aging.
Also ListedPharmacistTaxonomy 183500000X · License 5112 (PR)

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

Abimael Rivera-cruz Md Rph 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 ID3274760525
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170427001174
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.

Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth 11102
A biopsy of a skin growth involves taking a small sample of the growth to examine it under a microscope. This helps determine if the growth is harmful. The procedure is typically quick, with minimal discomfort. It's a crucial step in ensuring your skin's health.
16 services16 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.
16 services13 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.
15 services15 patients

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
$88.07 typical visit price
range $56.86 – $172.44
Typical copayment $22.01 (range $14.21 – $43.11)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$70.88 typical visit price
range $18.24 – $140.44
Typical copayment $17.72 (range $4.56 – $35.11)
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 2

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

ARC DERMATOLOGY
Dermatology
CARR 653 KM 2.2, SECTOR BARRANCA
ARECIBO, PR 00612
Arecibo Municipio (787) 956-0020
PEDIATRIC DENTAL CLINIC DRA. YADIRA GARCIA SOTOMAYOR, P.S.C.
Dentist (Pediatric Dentistry)
CARR 653 KM 2.2, SECTOR BARRANCA
ARECIBO, PR 00612
Arecibo Municipio (787) 816-8674

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 Abimael Rivera-cruz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Abimael Rivera-cruz is 1588839765. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 28, 2008.

Where is Abimael Rivera-cruz located?

Abimael Rivera-cruz practices at Carr 653 Km 2.2 Sector Barranca, Arecibo, PR 00612. The listed phone number is (787) 956-0020.

What is Abimael Rivera-cruz's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Dermatology with taxonomy code 207N00000X.

Is Abimael Rivera-cruz enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Abimael Rivera-cruz 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 Abimael Rivera-cruz was last updated on January 22, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.