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ECTOR RUIZ FNP-C
NPI 1841824406
Nurse Practitioner - Family in San Benito, TX

Active since February 23, 2020PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2395 LA PALMA ST STE G, SAN BENITO, TX 78586(956) 626-7363 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 6, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 6, 2022, Feb 23, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About Ector Ruiz Fnp-c NPPES

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

ECTOR RUIZ FNP-C (NPI 1841824406) is an individual family provider in San Benito, Texas, licensed in Texas (AP145218) and active in the NPI registry since February 2020. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Valley Baptist Medical Center- Brownsville, and is a graduate of Other (2019).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1841824406
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameECTOR RUIZCredential: FNP-C
Location Address2395 LA PALMA ST STE GSan Benito, TX 78586-3335
Mailing Address2395 La Palma St Ste GSan Benito, TX 78586-3335 · (956) 626-7363
Phone(956) 626-7363
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2019
Enumeration DateFebruary 23, 2020
Last NPPES UpdateJune 6, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 6, 2022
✔ NPI 1841824406 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LF0000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · AP145218
2395 LA PALMA ST STE G, San Benito, TX 78586
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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, Molina Healthcare, Oscar Insurance Company and more.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

Ector Ruiz Fnp-c 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 ID8022428945
PECOS Enrollment IDI20201104002665
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 5

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 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.
292 services117 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.
55 services54 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.
54 services54 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
32 services20 patients
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.
23 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Valley Baptist Medical Center- Brownsville

Acute Care Hospitals · Brownsville, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450028
Location1040 W Jefferson StBrownsville, TX 78520 · Cameron County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Vhs Harlingen Hospital Company LLC

Acute Care Hospitals · Harlingen, TX
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450033
Location2101 Pease StHarlingen, TX 78550 · Cameron County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Harlingen Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Harlingen, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450855
Location5501 South Expressway 77Harlingen, TX 78550 · Cameron County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78586 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
$84.92 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99203
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

JULIE DIANE GARCIA FNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2395 LA PALMA ST STE G
SAN BENITO, TX 78586
Cameron County (956) 626-7365

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 Ector Ruiz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ector Ruiz is 1841824406. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 23, 2020.

Where is Ector Ruiz located?

Ector Ruiz practices at 2395 La Palma St Ste G, San Benito, TX 78586. The listed phone number is (956) 626-7363.

What is Ector Ruiz's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Is Ector Ruiz enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ector Ruiz 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 Ector Ruiz accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Molina Healthcare, Oscar Insurance Company and UnitedHealthcare list Ector Ruiz 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 Ector Ruiz affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ector Ruiz is affiliated with Valley Baptist Medical Center- Brownsville, Vhs Harlingen Hospital Company LLC and Harlingen Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ector Ruiz was last updated on June 6, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.