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KARLA F. VELEZ RIVERA MD
NPI 1801039961
Internal Medicine in Mayaguez, PR

Active since April 19, 2009PECOS Enrolled
MAYAGUEZ MEDICAL CENTER, HOSTOS AVE. 410, MAYAGUEZ, PR 00681(787) 376-0407 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 1, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Karla F. Velez Rivera Md NPPES

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

KARLA F. VELEZ RIVERA MD (NPI 1801039961) is an individual internal medicine provider in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico, licensed in Puerto Rico (18033) and active in the NPI registry since April 2009. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mayaguez Medical Center Dr Ramon Emeterio Betances, and is a graduate of Other (2004).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1801039961
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameKARLA F. VELEZ RIVERACredential: MD
Location AddressMAYAGUEZ MEDICAL CENTER, HOSTOS AVE. 410Mayaguez, PR 00681
Mailing AddressPo Box 6848Mayaguez, PR 00681-6848 · (787) 376-0407
Phone(787) 376-0407
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2004
Enumeration DateApril 19, 2009
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 1, 2011
✔ NPI 1801039961 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in PR · 18033
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.
MAYAGUEZ MEDICAL CENTER, Mayaguez, PR 00681
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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 (PECOS)

Karla F. Velez Rivera Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID8527246487
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110623000094
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 2

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.
83 services37 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
17 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Mayaguez Medical Center Dr Ramon Emeterio Betances

Acute Care Hospitals · Mayaguez, PR
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number400103
LocationCarr 2 Bo SabalosMayaguez, PR 00682 · Mayaguez County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 00681 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.

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.

DR. NELSON VALLE-CAMPOS M.D.
Psychiatry & Neurology (Addiction Medicine)
MAYAGUEZ MEDICAL CENTER, PR-2, HOSTOS AVENUE
MAYAGUEZ, PR 00681
Mayagüez Municipio (787) 834-2136
ISLAND SURGICAL ASSOCIATES LLC
Surgery
MAYAGUEZ MEDICAL CENTER, 401 HOSTOS AVE STREET 2 OFFICE 125
MAYAGUEZ, PR 00681
Mayagüez Municipio (787) 646-4331

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 Karla Velez Rivera's NPI number?

The NPI number for Karla Velez Rivera is 1801039961. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 19, 2009.

Where is Karla Velez Rivera located?

Karla Velez Rivera practices at Mayaguez Medical Center Hostos Ave. 410, Mayaguez, PR 00681. The listed phone number is (787) 376-0407.

What is Karla Velez Rivera's specialty?

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

Is Karla Velez Rivera enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Karla Velez Rivera is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Is Karla Velez Rivera affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Karla Velez Rivera is affiliated with Mayaguez Medical Center Dr Ramon Emeterio Betances.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Karla Velez Rivera was last updated on March 1, 2011. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 years 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.