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DR. MICHAEL J ARRUZA ELIAS MD
NPI 1861473837
Otolaryngology in Caguas, PR

Active since November 08, 2005PECOS Enrolled
SEGUNDO NIVEL OFICINA #203, LAS CATALINAS CINEMAS, CAGUAS, PR 00725(787) 286-1225(787) 286-1221 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Michael J Arruza Elias Md NPPES

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

DR. MICHAEL J ARRUZA ELIAS MD (NPI 1861473837) is an individual otolaryngology provider in Caguas, Puerto Rico, licensed in Puerto Rico (12112) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine (1992).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1861473837
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Y00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. MICHAEL J ARRUZA ELIASCredential: MD
Location AddressSEGUNDO NIVEL OFICINA #203, LAS CATALINAS CINEMASCaguas, PR 00725
Mailing AddressPo Box 486Caguas, PR 00726-0486 · (787) 286-1225 · Fax (787) 286-1221
Phone(787) 286-1225
Fax(787) 286-1221
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Puerto Rico School Of MedicineGraduated 1992
Enumeration DateNovember 8, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 2026
✔ NPI 1861473837 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOtolaryngologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Y00000X
License✔ Licensed in PR · 12112
Definition
An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for patients with diseases and disorders that affect the ears, nose, throat, the respiratory and upper alimentary systems and related structures of the head and neck. An otolaryngologist diagnoses and provides medical and/or surgical therapy or prevention of diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders and/or injuries of the ears, nose, sinuses, throat, respiratory and upper alimentary systems, face, jaws and the other head and neck systems. Head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and the treatment of disorders of hearing and voice are fundamental areas of expertise.

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

Dr. Michael J Arruza Elias 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 ID9234318544
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110119000380
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 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.

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.
51 services37 patients
Diagnostic exam of nasal passages using an endoscope 31231
A diagnostic exam of nasal passages using an endoscope is a non-invasive procedure. A small, flexible tube with a light and camera at the end, called an endoscope, is inserted into the nose. This allows the doctor to view the nasal passages and sinuses, helping to identify any issues.
28 services27 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.
28 services28 patients
Removal of impacted ear wax 69210
Impacted ear wax removal is a safe procedure to clear blockages in the ear canal caused by hardened ear wax. A healthcare professional uses specialized tools or a gentle irrigation method to loosen and remove the wax, improving hearing and alleviating discomfort.
17 services14 patients
Comprehensive hearing and speech recognition test 92557
A comprehensive hearing and speech recognition test assesses your ability to hear and understand spoken words. It includes hearing tests to check for issues with sound perception and speech tests to evaluate your word recognition. It's a crucial step in identifying any hearing or speech problems.
15 services15 patients
Test to assess defects in adaption to sounds 92563
This is an auditory test that evaluates how well your ears respond to different levels of sound, helping to identify any potential hearing issues. It's a simple, non-invasive procedure that involves wearing headphones and responding to the sounds you hear.
15 services15 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 00725 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
$70.88 typical visit price
range $18.24 – $140.44
Typical copayment $17.72 (range $4.56 – $35.11)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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 Michael Arruza Elias's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Arruza Elias is 1861473837. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 8, 2005.

Where is Michael Arruza Elias located?

Michael Arruza Elias practices at Segundo Nivel Oficina #203 Las Catalinas Cinemas, Caguas, PR 00725. The listed phone number is (787) 286-1225.

What is Michael Arruza Elias's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Otolaryngology with taxonomy code 207Y00000X.

Is Michael Arruza Elias enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Michael Arruza Elias 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Michael Arruza Elias was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 30 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.