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RAFAEL VELEZ M.D.
NPI 1659354157
Dermatology in San German, PR

Active since November 29, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
SAN GERMAN MEDICAL PLAZA, SUITE 104, SAN GERMAN, PR 00683(787) 892-4809(787) 892-4809 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 15, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Rafael Velez M.d. NPPES

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

RAFAEL VELEZ M.D. (NPI 1659354157) is an individual dermatology provider in San German, Puerto Rico, licensed in Puerto Rico (7812) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hospital De La Concepcion, and is a graduate of University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine (1980).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1659354157
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207N00000X
Provider Legal NameRAFAEL VELEZCredential: M.D.
Location AddressSAN GERMAN MEDICAL PLAZA, SUITE 104San German, PR 00683-0620
Mailing AddressPo Box 620San German, PR 00683-0620 · (787) 892-4809 · Fax (787) 892-4809
Phone(787) 892-4809
Fax(787) 892-4809
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Puerto Rico School Of MedicineGraduated 1980
Enumeration DateNovember 29, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateApril 15, 2013
✔ NPI 1659354157 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyDermatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207N00000X
License✔ Licensed in PR · 7812
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.
SAN GERMAN MEDICAL PLAZA, San German, PR 00683
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Other Identifiers 2

Other0099362Ptan
Medicare UPIND08802PR

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

Rafael Velez 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 ID547152266
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040327000012
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.

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.
38 services25 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
31 services24 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

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Hospital De La Concepcion

Acute Care Hospitals · San German, PR
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number400021
LocationRoad Number 2 Km 173.4 Cain AltoSan German, PR 00683 · San German County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 00683 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 10

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

EDWARD SANTIAGO RODRIGUEZ PH.D, M.A.
Psychologist (Clinical)
SAN GERMAN MEDICAL PLAZA, SUITE 2
SAN GERMAN, PR 00683
San Germán Municipio (787) 617-2373
VERONICA COLLAZO GONZALEZ M.S. CCC-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
SAN GERMAN MEDICAL PLAZA, SUITE 202, CARR. #2 KM 174
SAN GERMAN, PR 00683
San Germán Municipio (787) 519-8940
ABSOLUTE PHARMACY, INC
Pharmacy (Community/Retail Pharmacy)
SAN GERMAN MEDICAL PLAZA, SUITE 107
SAN GERMAN, PR 00683
San Germán Municipio (787) 892-8700
CARMEN M TORRES DALMAU
Psychologist (Counseling)
SAN GERMAN MEDICAL PLAZA, 201 CARR #2 KM 174
SAN GERMAN, PR 00683
San Germán Municipio (787) 458-5095
DR. WALDEMAR JOSE CORDERO PACHECO
Dentist (Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics)
SAN GERMAN MEDICAL PLAZA, SUITE #208
SAN GERMAN, PR 00683
San Germán Municipio (787) 248-9460
DYLEEN BELMONT
Pharmacy Technician
SAN GERMAN MEDICAL PLAZA, SUITE 107 OFIC 1-A
SAN GERMAN, PR 00683
San Germán Municipio (787) 892-8700
CLINICA PSICOLOGICA METANOIA LLC
Clinic/Center (Mental Health (Including Community Mental Health Center))
SAN GERMAN MEDICAL PLAZA, 201 CARR #2 KM 174
SAN GERMAN, PR 00683
San Germán Municipio (787) 458-5095
DR. HECTOR M SANTIAGO PEREZ M.D.
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
SAN GERMAN MEDICAL PLAZA, STE 211 CARR 2 KM 174
SAN GERMAN, PR 00683
San Germán Municipio (787) 892-4590

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 Rafael Velez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Rafael Velez is 1659354157. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 29, 2005.

Where is Rafael Velez located?

Rafael Velez practices at San German Medical Plaza Suite 104, San German, PR 00683. The listed phone number is (787) 892-4809.

What is Rafael Velez's specialty?

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

Is Rafael Velez enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Rafael Velez 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 Rafael Velez affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Rafael Velez is affiliated with Hospital De La Concepcion.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Rafael Velez was last updated on April 15, 2013. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.