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ERNESTO GARCIA SANTIAGO M.D.
NPI 1609820414
Internal Medicine in Caguas, PR

Active since May 19, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
AVENIDA LUIS MUNOZ MARIN, HIMA PLAZA 1 SUITE 312, CAGUAS, PR 00925(787) 961-4668(787) 961-4674 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 14, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Ernesto Garcia Santiago M.d. NPPES

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

ERNESTO GARCIA SANTIAGO M.D. (NPI 1609820414) is an individual internal medicine provider in Caguas, Puerto Rico, licensed in Puerto Rico (11239) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hospital Menonita Caguas Inc, and is a graduate of Other (1990).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1609820414
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameERNESTO GARCIA SANTIAGOCredential: M.D.
Location AddressAVENIDA LUIS MUNOZ MARIN, HIMA PLAZA 1 SUITE 312Caguas, PR 00925-0000
Mailing AddressUrb Villa Blanca, 20 Ave. Lmm Ste 1 Pmb 115Caguas, PR 00725-1956 · (787) 961-4668 · Fax (787) 523-2886
Phone(787) 961-4668
Fax(787) 961-4674
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1990
Enumeration DateMay 19, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 14, 2020
NPPES CertifiedApril 14, 2020
✔ NPI 1609820414 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in PR · 11239
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

Other Identifiers 12

Other060558PR · Cruz Azul De Puerto Rico
Other11611234PR · Global Health
Other1816PR · Preferred Medicare Choice
Other400280PR · Medicare Y Mucho Mas
Other7250241PR · Humana Reforma
Other03187PR · American Health
Other7250241PR · Humana Health Plan
Other7250241PR · Humana Insurance
Other89278PR · Triple S Provider Number
Other4311239PR · Uia
Other9449PR · First Medical
Other212855PR · Preferred Health

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

Ernesto Garcia Santiago M.d. 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 ID5698788404
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060721000187
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 2

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.

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.
39 services15 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.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Hospital Menonita Caguas Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Caguas, PR
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number400104
LocationCarr 172 Exit 21 Urb Turabo GardensCaguas, PR 00725 · Caguas County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 00925 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 9

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Tracheal suction catheter, any type other than closed system, each A4624
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier11 claims1,037 services$1.19 avg. paid by Medicare
Tracheostomy care kit for established tracheostomy A4629
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier11 claims336 services$5.24 avg. paid by Medicare
Canister, non-disposable, used with suction pump, each A7001
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$32.30 avg. paid by Medicare
Tubing, used with suction pump, each A7002
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$2.63 avg. paid by Medicare
Filter for use in a tracheostoma heat and moisture exchange system, each A7504
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier11 claims336 services$0.77 avg. paid by Medicare
Enteral feeding supply kit; pump fed, per day, includes but not limited to feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, tape B4035
Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N
1 supplier21 claims630 services$7.85 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Ernesto Garcia Santiago's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ernesto Garcia Santiago is 1609820414. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 19, 2006.

Where is Ernesto Garcia Santiago located?

Ernesto Garcia Santiago practices at Avenida Luis Munoz Marin Hima Plaza 1 Suite 312, Caguas, PR 00925. The listed phone number is (787) 961-4668.

What is Ernesto Garcia Santiago's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Ernesto Garcia Santiago enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ernesto Garcia Santiago 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 Ernesto Garcia Santiago affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ernesto Garcia Santiago is affiliated with Hospital Menonita Caguas Inc.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ernesto Garcia Santiago was last updated on April 14, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.