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DR. RICARDO A. SOLTERO M.D.
NPI 1841295482
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Chula Vista, CA

Active since June 20, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
416 BROADWAY STE 200, CHULA VISTA, CA 91910(619) 427-1144(619) 427-1185 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 21, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 21, 2026, Feb 2, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About Dr. Ricardo A. Soltero M.d. NPPES

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

DR. RICARDO A. SOLTERO M.D. (NPI 1841295482) is an individual nephrology provider in Chula Vista, California, licensed in California (A68995) and active in the NPI registry since June 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Howard University College Of Medicine (1997).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1841295482
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameDR. RICARDO A. SOLTEROCredential: M.D.
Location Address416 BROADWAY STE 200Chula Vista, CA 91910-4304
Mailing Address9373 Hazard Way Ste 200San Diego, CA 92123-1226 · (858) 810-0000 · Fax (858) 268-1911
Phone(619) 427-1144
Fax(619) 427-1185
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSHoward University College Of MedicineGraduated 1997
Enumeration DateJune 20, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 21, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 21, 2026
✔ NPI 1841295482 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RN0300X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A68995
Definition
An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
416 BROADWAY STE 200, Chula Vista, CA 91910
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Other Identifiers 1

OtherA68995CA · License

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Ricardo A. Soltero 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 ID5991792517
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040427000635
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

3

Medicare enrollment records show Ricardo Soltero reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Emergency And Acute Care Medical Corporation
12 mi
Emergency Medicine
7901 FROST ST
San Diego, CA 92123
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 1,437 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1437103942 (858) 939-3400
Balboa Nephrology Medical Group, Inc.
14 mi
Nephrology
9373 HAZARD WAY STE 200
San Diego, CA 92123
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 85 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1316997505 (858) 810-8000
Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group, Inc
15 mi
Internal Medicine
5651 COPLEY DR STE A
San Diego, CA 92111
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 1,233 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1285616177 (858) 262-6666

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 8

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.
479 services135 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.
233 services68 patients
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) 90960
Dialysis is a treatment that filters and purifies your blood using a machine. It helps keep your fluids and electrolytes in balance when the kidneys can't do their job. This service includes 4 or more visits per month with a physician to monitor your health and adjust your treatment as needed.
200 services40 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This 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.
196 services111 patients
Home dialysis services per month (20 years or older) 90966
Home dialysis services provide kidney treatment for patients aged 20 or older right in their own homes. This service includes necessary equipment, supplies, and support for performing dialysis. It's a convenient option that allows patients to maintain their daily routines while receiving essential care.
162 services23 patients
Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older) 90961
Dialysis is a treatment that performs the function of healthy kidneys if they're not working properly. It removes waste and excess fluid from your blood. 2-3 physician visits per month are recommended for monitoring your health and adjusting your treatment as needed. This service is available for those aged 20 years and older.
125 services36 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 91910 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
$140.22 typical visit price
range $62.10 – $184.71
Typical copayment $35.05 (range $15.52 – $46.17)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$108.42 typical visit price
range $20.62 – $151.42
Typical copayment $27.10 (range $5.15 – $37.85)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

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

Tacrolimus, immediate release, oral, 1 mg J7507
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
1 supplier14 claims600 services$0.31 avg. paid by Medicare
Prednisone, immediate release or delayed release, oral, 1 mg J7512
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
1 supplier12 claims2,700 services$0.01 avg. paid by Medicare
Mycophenolic acid, oral, 180 mg J7518
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
1 supplier17 claims1,500 services$1.03 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for a subsequent prescription in a 30-day period Q0512
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N
1 supplier23 claims34 services$12.30 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 Ricardo Soltero's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ricardo Soltero is 1841295482. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 20, 2005.

Where is Ricardo Soltero located?

Ricardo Soltero practices at 416 Broadway Ste 200, Chula Vista, CA 91910. The listed phone number is (619) 427-1144.

What is Ricardo Soltero's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Is Ricardo Soltero enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ricardo Soltero 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Ricardo Soltero's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Ricardo Soltero reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Emergency And Acute Care Medical Corporation (San Diego, CA), Balboa Nephrology Medical Group, Inc. (San Diego, CA) and Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group, Inc (San Diego, CA). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Ricardo Soltero's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ricardo Soltero was last updated on September 21, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 32 days 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.