RICARDO SWATTS NURSE PRACTITIONER
NPI 1679153779
Internal Medicine - Geriatric Medicine in El Paso, TX

Q: What is Ricardo Swatts's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ricardo Swatts is 1679153779. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 12, 2021.

Q: What is Ricardo Swatts's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Geriatric Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RG0300X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ricardo Swatts was last updated on May 7, 2025. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.

Active since April 12, 2021PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

812 N VIRGINIA ST STE 211B, EL PASO, TX 79902(915) 218-1930(915) 272-5329 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 7, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: May 7, 2025, Jul 10, 2022, Apr 12, 2021 (3 updates tracked since 2021).

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About Ricardo Swatts Nurse Practitioner NPPES

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

RICARDO SWATTS NURSE PRACTITIONER (NPI 1679153779) is an individual geriatric medicine provider in El Paso, Texas, licensed in Texas (1002875) and active in the NPI registry since April 2021. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with The Hospitals Of Providence - Memorial Campus, and is a graduate of Other (2017).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1679153779

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RG0300X

Provider Legal NameRICARDO SWATTSCredential: NURSE PRACTITIONER

Location Address812 N VIRGINIA ST STE 211BEl Paso, TX 79902-5307

Mailing Address812 N Virginia St Ste 211bEl Paso, TX 79902-5307 · (915) 218-1930 · Fax (915) 272-5329

Phone(915) 218-1930

Fax(915) 272-5329

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2017

Enumeration DateApril 12, 2021

Last NPPES UpdateMay 7, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedMay 7, 2025

✔ NPI 1679153779 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Geriatric MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RG0300X

License✔ Licensed in TX · 1002875

Definition

An internist who has special knowledge of the aging process and special skills in the diagnostic, therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative aspects of illness in the elderly. This specialist cares for geriatric patients in the patient's home, the office, long-term care settings such as nursing homes and the hospital.

Also ListedPsychiatry & Neurology · Geriatric PsychiatryTaxonomy 2084P0805X · License 1002875 (TX)

812 N VIRGINIA ST STE 211B, El Paso, TX 79902

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.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

Ricardo Swatts Nurse Practitioner 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 ID1658523824

PECOS Enrollment IDI20210428000208

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 13

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.

Residence visit for established patient with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 60 minutes 99350

An established patient home visit is a service where a healthcare professional visits a patient's home for a check-up or treatment. The visit typically lasts for about an hour. This service is especially beneficial for patients who may have difficulty traveling to a healthcare facility.

1,030 services187 patients

Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month 99490

Chronic care management services involve a healthcare professional directing clinical staff in managing your chronic conditions. This includes the first 20 minutes per month of services like medication management, care coordination, and health monitoring to help improve your health and quality of life.

812 services115 patients

Remote monitoring of physiologic parameters, initial supply of devices with daily recordings or programmed alerts transmission, each 30 days 99454

This service involves using devices to remotely track body functions like heart rate or blood pressure. These devices, provided initially, record data daily or send alerts if readings are abnormal. The service is renewed every 30 days.

612 services90 patients

Management using the results of remote vital sign monitoring per calendar month, first 20 minutes 99457

This service involves reviewing and managing your health data, which is remotely monitored and collected. Your vital signs like heart rate and blood pressure are tracked regularly throughout the month. The first 20 minutes of this data analysis per month is included in this service.

612 services90 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.

522 services137 patients

Physician or allowed practitioner supervision of a patient receiving medicare-covered services provided by a participating home health agency (patient not present) requiring complex and multidisciplinary care modalities involving regular physician or allow G0181

This service involves a physician overseeing your care while you receive Medicare-covered services from a home health agency. The care you're receiving is complex and involves various disciplines. The physician isn't physically present but regularly supervises your treatment to ensure optimal health outcomes.

454 services170 patients

Physician or allowed practitioner re-certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians a G0179

This procedure involves a doctor or approved practitioner reviewing your health status and re-certifying your need for Medicare-covered home health services. It includes communication with the home health agency and assessment of your health reports, even when you're not physically present.

129 services77 patients

Ultrasound study of arm and leg arteries 93922

An ultrasound study of arm and leg arteries is a non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of your arteries. It helps in checking blood flow, identifying blockages, or detecting other abnormalities in your arteries.

82 services76 patients

Residence visit for new patient with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99345

A new patient home visit is a comprehensive 75-minute appointment conducted at your home. The healthcare professional will assess your health, discuss any concerns, and create a personalized care plan. It's convenient, comfortable, and tailored to your specific needs.

60 services59 patients

Physician supervision of a patient under a medicare-approved hospice (patient not present) requiring complex and multidisciplinary care modalities involving regular physician development and/or revision of care plans, review of subsequent reports of patien G0182

This service involves a doctor overseeing a patient's care in a hospice, even when the patient isn't present. The doctor regularly creates or adjusts care plans, and reviews patient reports. This supervision is needed for complex, multidisciplinary treatments. It's part of ensuring quality care under Medicare's hospice benefit.

27 services14 patients

Remote monitoring of physiologic parameters, initial set-up and patient education on use of equipment 99453

Remote monitoring of physiologic parameters involves using special equipment to track vital signs like heart rate and blood pressure from a distance. The initial set-up includes installing the device and teaching the patient how to use it correctly for accurate readings.

26 services26 patients

Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume initiated by patient including transmission of tracing, analysis, recalibration of device, and evaluation by provider 94014

This is a test where you'll breathe into a device that records your breath's strength and volume. The data is sent to a healthcare provider for analysis. The device may be recalibrated for accuracy. It helps assess your lung function.

15 services15 patients

Physician or allowed practitioner certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians and G0180

This is a service where a doctor or authorized practitioner certifies that you require Medicare-covered home health services. They will communicate with the home health agency and review reports on your health status to ensure you receive appropriate care. This does not involve an in-person visit.

15 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

The Hospitals Of Providence - Memorial Campus

Acute Care Hospitals · El Paso, TX

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number450002

Location2001 N Oregon StEl Paso, TX 79902 · El Paso County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

University Medical Center Of El Paso

Acute Care Hospitals · El Paso, TX

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number450024

Location4815 Alameda AveEl Paso, TX 79905 · El Paso County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 79902 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

$166.88 typical visit price

range $54.84 – $166.88

Typical copayment $41.72 (range $13.71 – $41.72)

Most-billed visit code 99205

Established Patient

$97.05 typical visit price

range $17.52 – $136.11

Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)

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.

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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.

MISS ASTRID ORTIZ FNP-C

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

812 N VIRGINIA ST STE 211B
EL PASO, TX 79902

El Paso County (915) 218-1930

LOS CERROS MEDICAL LLC

Nurse Practitioner (Primary Care)

812 N VIRGINIA ST STE 211B
EL PASO, TX 79902

El Paso County (915) 342-2839

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 Ricardo Swatts's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ricardo Swatts is 1679153779. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 12, 2021.

Where is Ricardo Swatts located?

Ricardo Swatts practices at 812 N Virginia St Ste 211B, El Paso, TX 79902. The listed phone number is (915) 218-1930.

What is Ricardo Swatts's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Geriatric Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RG0300X.

Is Ricardo Swatts enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ricardo Swatts 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 Ricardo Swatts accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas list Ricardo Swatts 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 Ricardo Swatts affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ricardo Swatts is affiliated with The Hospitals Of Providence - Memorial Campus and University Medical Center Of El Paso.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ricardo Swatts was last updated on May 7, 2025. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.