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VICTOR JAVIER RIVERA-SANTIAGO M.D.
NPI 1659500791
Internal Medicine in Aguada, PR

Active since July 10, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
85.18/100
CMS Quality Rating
217 CALLE SAN NARCISO, AGUADA, PR 00602(787) 429-0129 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 25, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 25, 2026, Oct 9, 2025, Jul 17, 2023 and 4 more (7 updates tracked since 2017).

About Victor Javier Rivera-santiago M.d. NPPES

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

VICTOR JAVIER RIVERA-SANTIAGO M.D. (NPI 1659500791) is an individual internal medicine provider in Aguada, Puerto Rico, licensed in New Mexico (MD20170090) and active in the NPI registry since July 2009. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Magnolia Regional Health Center, and is a graduate of Other (2009).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1659500791
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameVICTOR JAVIER RIVERA-SANTIAGOCredential: M.D.
Location Address217 CALLE SAN NARCISOAguada, PR 00602-3013
Mailing AddressPo Box 844088Dallas, TX 75284-4088 · (505) 609-2258 · Fax (505) 609-2259
Phone(787) 429-0129
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2009
Enumeration DateJuly 10, 2009
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 25, 20267 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 25, 2026
✔ NPI 1659500791 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in NM · MD20170090✔ Licensed in CT · 52441
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.

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Medica, Molina Healthcare.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

Victor Javier Rivera-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 ID648540120
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170717000224, I20240924003061
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 6

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.
80 services28 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
64 services64 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
45 services41 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.
34 services13 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
20 services19 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.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Magnolia Regional Health Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Corinth, MS
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number250009
Location611 Alcorn DriveCorinth, MS 38834 · Alcorn County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

San Juan Regional Medical Center Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Farmington, NM
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number320005
Location801 West Maple StreetFarmington, NM 87401 · San Juan County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 00602 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.

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.

85.18/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality81
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost57.08

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
5 suppliers36 claims36 services$17.92 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
5 suppliers36 claims36 services$99.50 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 Victor Rivera-santiago's NPI number?

The NPI number for Victor Rivera-santiago is 1659500791. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 10, 2009.

Where is Victor Rivera-santiago located?

Victor Rivera-santiago practices at 217 Calle San Narciso, Aguada, PR 00602. The listed phone number is (787) 429-0129.

What is Victor Rivera-santiago's specialty?

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

Is Victor Rivera-santiago enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Victor Rivera-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.

What insurance does Victor Rivera-santiago accept?

Health plans from Medica and Molina Healthcare list Victor Rivera-santiago as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Victor Rivera-santiago affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Victor Rivera-santiago is affiliated with Magnolia Regional Health Center and San Juan Regional Medical Center Inc.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Victor Rivera-santiago was last updated on March 25, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.