RUBEN D ABREU M.D.
NPI 1679528244
Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease in Mcallen, TX
NPI Status: Active since May 23, 2006
Contact Information
4316 N MCCOLL RD
MCALLEN, TX
ZIP 78504
Phone: (956) 994-3278
Fax: (956) 627-3739
- Individual
- Male
- Internal Medicine
- Cardiovascular Disease
- Medicare Quality Reporting
About RUBEN ABREU
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Ruben Abreu, an internist established in Mcallen, Texas with a medical specialization in Internal Medicine, focusing in cardiovascular disease . The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1679528244 assigned on May 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207RC0000X with license number K5753 (TX). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 12 years ago.
- NPI
- 1679528244
- Provider Name
- RUBEN D ABREU M.D.
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 4316 N MCCOLL RD MCALLEN, TX 78504
- Location Phone
- (956) 994-3278
- Location Fax
- (956) 627-3739
- Mailing Address
- PO BOX 4882 HOUSTON, TX 77210
- Mailing Phone
- (956) 661-0003
- Mailing Fax
- (956) 627-3739
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 05-23-2006
- Last Update Date
- 05-27-2014
- Code Navigator
An internist like Ruben Abreu is a physician who has completed an internal medicine residency and is board-certified or board-eligible in an internist specialty. Internists are trained to care for adults of all ages for many different medical conditions. An internist typically monitors chronic physical conditions, identifies acute diseases, provides family planning, provides counseling about wellness and disease prevention, etc.
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
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- Classification
Internal Medicine Cardiovascular Disease
- Taxonomy Code
- 207RC0000X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- K5753
- License State
- TX
- Taxonomy Description
- An internist who specializes in diseases of the heart and blood vessels and manages complex cardiac conditions such as heart attacks and life-threatening, abnormal heartbeat rhythms.
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Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| P01251161 | OTHER (01) | TX | RAILROAD MEDICARE |
| 8073B0 | MEDICARE PIN (08) | TX | |
| 044974602 | MEDICAID (05) | TX | |
| 317449YVKA | MEDICARE PIN (08) | TX | |
| 044974604 | MEDICAID (05) | TX | |
| G75806 | MEDICARE UPIN (02) | ||
| 8DX386 | OTHER (01) | TX | BCBS |
| 86743F | OTHER (01) | TX | BLUE CROSS/SHIELD |
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Blood test, clotting time
Electrocardiogram (ecg) 2-day continuous
Electrocardiogram (ecg) 2-day continuous with report
Electrocardiogram (ecg) 2-day continuous with review by health care professional
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes
Evaluation of single, dual, multiple lead or leadless pacemaker system
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with supervision and review by physician
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 25 minutes
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 50 minutes
Injection, regadenoson, 0.1 mg
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes
Nuclear medicine studies of heart muscle at rest and with stress and spect
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report
Technetium tc-99m tetrofosmin, diagnostic, per study dose
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function
A clotting time blood test helps determine how quickly your blood forms clots, a process crucial to stop bleeding. During the test, a small blood sample is taken from your arm. The sample is then analyzed in a lab to see how long it takes for a clot to form.
This service was performed 81 times for 11 patientsAn Electrocardiogram (ECG) 2-day continuous is a non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart over 48 hours. It helps to detect irregular heart rhythms, heart disease, or other cardiac conditions. You wear a portable device that records heart activity as you go about your daily activities.
This service was performed 26 times for 26 patientsAn Electrocardiogram (ECG) is a test that records the electrical activity of your heart over a 2-day period. It helps doctors understand how well your heart is working. A small device is attached to your chest to record the data. A report is then prepared based on these findings.
This service was performed 26 times for 25 patientsAn Electrocardiogram (ECG) is a test that checks your heart's activity. The 2-day continuous ECG records your heart's rhythm non-stop for 48 hours. It helps to detect irregularities that may not occur during a shorter test. A healthcare professional will review the results to identify any issues.
This service was performed 26 times for 25 patientsThis 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.
This service was performed 43 times for 43 patientsThis is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
This service was performed 492 times for 318 patientsAn evaluation of a pacemaker system examines how well your heart device is working. Single, dual, multiple lead, or leadless refers to the wires that deliver electrical pulses from the pacemaker to your heart. This check ensures your heart is receiving the right amount of support from the device.
This service was performed 53 times for 39 patientsAn exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG is a procedure performed by a doctor to assess how your heart responds to exertion. It involves monitoring your heart's electrical activity while you exercise or after medication is given to mimic exercise effects.
This service was performed 29 times for 29 patientsFollow-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.
This service was performed 96 times for 43 patientsInitial 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.
This service was performed 21 times for 21 patientsRegadenoson injection, 0.1 mg, is a medication used to help visualize the heart during a stress test. It works by increasing blood flow in the arteries of the heart. It's injected into a vein and is generally well-tolerated.
This service was performed 76 times for 19 patientsThis 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.
This service was performed 18 times for 18 patientsNuclear medicine studies of the heart involve two parts: rest and stress. During rest, images are taken of your heart at ease. During stress, images are taken after exercise or medication-induced stress. SPECT is a special imaging technique providing 3D pictures of your heart, helping identify any issues.
This service was performed 21 times for 21 patientsAn electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.
This service was performed 129 times for 119 patientsTechnetium Tc-99m Tetrofosmin is a radiopharmaceutical used in diagnostic imaging. It helps highlight areas of concern in the heart by emitting signals captured by a special camera. This assists doctors in detecting heart conditions.
This service was performed 22 times for 22 patientsThis is a heart ultrasound, also known as an echocardiogram. It uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart, showing how blood flows through it. The color depicts the blood flow's speed and direction. It also checks the heart's valves to ensure they're working properly.
This service was performed 46 times for 44 patientsThis is a heart ultrasound, also known as an echocardiogram. It uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart, showing how blood flows through it. The color depicts the blood flow's speed and direction. It also checks the heart's valves to ensure they're working properly.
This service was performed 24 times for 24 patientsQuality Reporting
The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program. The Quality Payment Program aims to improve population health, reduce costs and improve the care received by Medicare beneficiaries. The following quality measures meet Medicare's statistical reporting standards. Not all providers report the same information, because not all providers give the same services to patients. The quality information is just a snapshot of some the care providers give to their patients. Reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality.
| Quality Measure | Performance | Number of Patients |
|---|---|---|
| Anticoagulant Management Improvements | Yes | N/A |
| Individual MIPS eligible clinicians and groups who prescribe oral Vitamin K antagonist therapy (warfarin) must attest that, for 60 percent of practice patients in the transition year and 75 percent of practice patients in Quality Payment Program Year 2 and future years, their ambulatory care patients receiving warfarin are being managed by one or more of the following improvement activities: • Patients are being managed by an anticoagulant management service, that involves systematic and coordinated care, incorporating comprehensive patient education, systematic prothrombin time (PT-INR) testing, tracking, follow-up, and patient communication of results and dosing decisions; • Patients are being managed according to validated electronic decision support and clinical management tools that involve systematic and coordinated care, incorporating comprehensive patient education, systematic PT-INR testing, tracking, follow-up, and patient communication of results and dosing decisions; • For rural or remote patients, patients are managed using remote monitoring or telehealth options that involve systematic and coordinated care, incorporating comprehensive patient education, systematic PT-INR testing, tracking, follow-up, and patient communication of results and dosing decisions; and/or • For patients who demonstrate motivation, competency, and adherence, patients are managed using either a patient self-testing (PST) or patient-self-management (PSM) program. | ||
| Diabetes: Medical Attention for Nephropathy | 79% | 916 |
| The percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a nephropathy screening test or evidence of nephropathy during the measurement period | ||
| Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record | 98% | 5563 |
| Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter. This list must include ALL known prescriptions, over-the-counters, herbals, and vitamin/mineral/dietary (nutritional) supplements AND must contain the medications' name, dosage, frequency and route of administration | ||
| Engagement of New Medicaid Patients and Follow-up | Yes | N/A |
| Seeing new and follow-up Medicaid patients in a timely manner, including individuals dually eligible for Medicaid and Medicare. A timely manner is defined as within 10 business days for this activity. | ||
| Ischemic Vascular Disease (IVD): Use of Aspirin or Another Antiplatelet | 70% | 1033 |
| Percentage of patients 18 years of age and older who were diagnosed with acute myocardial infarction (AMI), coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) or percutaneous coronary interventions (PCI) in the 12 months prior to the measurement period, or who had an active diagnosis of ischemic vascular disease (IVD) during the measurement period, and who had documentation of use of aspirin or another antiplatelet during the measurement period | ||
| Provide Education Opportunities for New Clinicians | Yes | N/A |
| MIPS eligible clinicians acting as a preceptor for clinicians-in-training (such as medical residents/fellows, medical students, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, or clinical nurse specialists) and accepting such clinicians for clinical rotations in community practices in small, underserved, or rural areas. | ||
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NPI NPI Number Validation
How NPI Validation Works
The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.
To verify the NPI 1679528244, we treat the final digit (4) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 66. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 66 = 4).
Digit-by-digit view
Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.
Step 1: Double every other digit from the right
Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10
The next multiple of ten after 66 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1679528244, enumerated as an "individual" on May 23, 2006.
The provider is located at 4316 N MCCOLL RD MCALLEN, TX 78504 and the phone number is (956) 994-3278.
Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207RC0000X and a focus in Cardiovascular Disease.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Railroad Medicare, Medicare, Medicaid and Blue. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
