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ERNESTO J MUNOZ VILCHES MD
NPI 1861436461
Internal Medicine in San Juan, PR

Active since June 15, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
29 CALLE WASHINGTON SUITE 208B, ASHFORD MEDICAL CENTER, SAN JUAN, PR 00907(787) 721-4836(787) 721-8448 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 25, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Ernesto J Munoz Vilches Md NPPES

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

ERNESTO J MUNOZ VILCHES MD (NPI 1861436461) is an individual internal medicine provider in San Juan, Puerto Rico, licensed in Puerto Rico (11412) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Presbyterian Community Hosp, and is a graduate of Other (1984).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1861436461
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameERNESTO J MUNOZ VILCHESCredential: MD
Location Address29 CALLE WASHINGTON SUITE 208B, ASHFORD MEDICAL CENTERSan Juan, PR 00907-1561
Mailing Address55 Calle De La FidelidadCaguas, PR 00725-1844 · (787) 630-4060 · Fax (787) 721-8448
Phone(787) 721-4836
Fax(787) 721-8448
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1984
Enumeration DateJune 15, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMay 25, 2024
NPPES CertifiedMay 25, 2024
✔ NPI 1861436461 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 · 11412
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.

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Ernesto J Munoz Vilches Md 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 ID7416085741
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100507000048
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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Ernesto Munoz Vilches reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Munoz Internal Medicine Services C.S.P.
Internal Medicine
29 CALLE WASHINGTON STE 208B
San Juan, PR 00907
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Puerto Rico enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: Munoz Internal Medicine Services Csp
  • 2 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1619630613 (787) 721-4836

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 3

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.
104 services43 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.
58 services21 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This 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.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Presbyterian Community Hosp

Acute Care Hospitals · San Juan, PR
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number400001
Location1451 Ashford AvenueSan Juan, PR 00907 · San Juan County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 00907 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.

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 Ernesto Munoz Vilches's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ernesto Munoz Vilches is 1861436461. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 15, 2006.

Where is Ernesto Munoz Vilches located?

Ernesto Munoz Vilches practices at 29 Calle Washington Suite 208B Ashford Medical Center, San Juan, PR 00907. The listed phone number is (787) 721-4836.

What is Ernesto Munoz Vilches's specialty?

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

Is Ernesto Munoz Vilches enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ernesto Munoz Vilches 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 organization bills Medicare for Ernesto Munoz Vilches's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Ernesto Munoz Vilches reassigns Medicare benefits to Munoz Internal Medicine Services C.S.P. (San Juan, PR). The 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 Ernesto Munoz Vilches's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Ernesto Munoz Vilches affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ernesto Munoz Vilches is affiliated with Presbyterian Community Hosp.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ernesto Munoz Vilches was last updated on May 25, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.