JOSHUAM A RUIZ VEGA MD
NPI 1639673247
Internal Medicine in Athens, GA

Q: What is Joshuam Ruiz Vega's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joshuam Ruiz Vega is 1639673247. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 19, 2018.

Q: What is Joshuam Ruiz Vega's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joshuam Ruiz Vega was last updated on March 5, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.

Active since March 19, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

1500 OGLETHORPE AVE STE 200C, ATHENS, GA 30606(706) 389-3875(706) 389-3876 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 5, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 5, 2026, Mar 4, 2025, Jun 29, 2021 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2018).

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About Joshuam A Ruiz Vega Md NPPES

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

JOSHUAM A RUIZ VEGA MD (NPI 1639673247) is an individual internal medicine provider in Athens, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (88825) and active in the NPI registry since March 2018. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Northside Hospital Gwinnett, and is a graduate of Other (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1639673247

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207R00000X

Provider Legal NameJOSHUAM A RUIZ VEGACredential: MD

Location Address1500 OGLETHORPE AVE STE 200CAthens, GA 30606-2165

Mailing AddressPo Box 48089Athens, GA 30604-8089 · (706) 389-3727 · Fax (706) 389-3951

Phone(706) 389-3875

Fax(706) 389-3876

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2018

Enumeration DateMarch 19, 2018

Last NPPES UpdateMarch 5, 20266 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedMarch 5, 2026

✔ NPI 1639673247 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207R00000X

License✔ Licensed in GA · 88825

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.

1500 OGLETHORPE AVE STE 200C, Athens, GA 30606

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama and more.Insurance ›

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

Joshuam A Ruiz Vega 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 ID4284983545

PECOS Enrollment IDI20210604001026

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232

Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.

246 services93 patients

Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239

Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.

52 services51 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.

40 services26 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Northside Hospital Gwinnett

Acute Care Hospitals · Lawrenceville, GA

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number110087

Location1000 Medical Center BoulevardLawrenceville, GA 30046 · Gwinnett County

Birthing friendly

Northside Hospital Duluth

Acute Care Hospitals · Duluth, GA

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number110252

Location3620 Howell Ferry RoadDuluth, GA 30096 · Gwinnett County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 30606 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

$124.10 typical visit price

range $53.31 – $164.04

Typical copayment $31.02 (range $13.32 – $41.01)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$94.84 typical visit price

range $16.68 – $133.24

Typical copayment $23.71 (range $4.17 – $33.31)

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.

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