NORMAN M RAMIREZ M.D.
NPI 1871532531
Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease in Edinburg, TX

Active since June 06, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
5513 DOCTORS DR, EDINBURG, TX 78539(956) 362-8590(956) 362-8594 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 18, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 18, 2020, Jan 19, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Norman M Ramirez M.d. NPPES

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

NORMAN M RAMIREZ M.D. (NPI 1871532531) is an individual cardiovascular disease provider in Edinburg, Texas, licensed in Texas (G1521) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi, and is a graduate of Stanford University School Of Medicine (1981).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1871532531
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RC0000X
Provider Legal NameNORMAN M RAMIREZCredential: M.D.
Location Address5513 DOCTORS DREdinburg, TX 78539-5563
Mailing AddressPo Box 4449Mcallen, TX 78502-4449 · (956) 362-8590 · Fax (956) 362-8594
Fax(956) 362-8594
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSStanford University School Of MedicineGraduated 1981
Enumeration DateJune 6, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 18, 20202 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 18, 2020
NPI 1871532531 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RC0000X
License Licensed in TX · G1521
Definition
An internist who specializes in diseases of the heart and blood vessels and manages complex cardiac conditions such as heart attacks and life-threatening, abnormal heartbeat rhythms.
5513 DOCTORS DR, Edinburg, TX 78539

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid124348707TX

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Norman M Ramirez 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 ID2860448750
PECOS Enrollment IDI20101221001177
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 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.
56 services39 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
47 services47 patients
Ultrasound of heart with probe in esophagus, with report 93312
This procedure, called a transesophageal echocardiogram, uses a small probe passed into your esophagus to capture detailed images of your heart. The report provides information about your heart's structure and function.
43 services25 patients
Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes 99152
This procedure involves a doctor administering a medication to reduce your consciousness during a procedure. This helps in managing discomfort and anxiety. The initial application lasts for 15 minutes and is for individuals aged 5 years or older.
35 services34 patients
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate and valve function 93325
An ultrasound of the heart, also known as an echocardiogram, uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart. It shows the structure, movement, and blood flow within your heart. This helps assess the heart's health and function, including the valves and rate.
20 services12 patients
Repair of left upper heart chamber with implant with review by radiologist 33340
This is a procedure to fix a problem in your left upper heart chamber. An implant is used to correct the issue. After the procedure, a radiologist, a doctor who specializes in medical imaging, reviews the images to ensure everything is in order.
17 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi

Acute Care Hospitals · Corpus Christi, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450046
Location600 Elizabeth StreetCorpus Christi, TX 78404 · Nueces County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

South Texas Health System

Acute Care Hospitals · Edinburg, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450119
Location1102 W Trenton RoadEdinburg, TX 78539 · Hidalgo County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Rio Grande Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Mcallen, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450711
Location101 E Ridge RdMcallen, TX 78503 · Hidalgo County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78539 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
$126.40 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$68.55 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $17.13 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

Reported Quality Measures

e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
94%1,920 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were screened for future fall risk during the measurement period
97%1,970 patients4/55-star benchmark: 99%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
97%1,824 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
56%1,770 patients3/55-star benchmark: 99%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
66%1,887 patients3/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Influenza Immunization
Percentage of patients aged 6 months and older seen for a visit between October 1 and March 31 who received an influenza immunization OR who reported previous receipt of an influenza immunization
35%1,654 patients2/55-star benchmark: 88%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for Depression and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 12 years and older screened for depression on the date of the encounter using an age appropriate standardized depression screening tool AND if positive, a follow-up plan is documented on the date of the positive screen
90%2,780 patients4/55-star benchmark: 96%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
88%1,770 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication.
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients 2+: 0% · 1,988 patients
0%1,988 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 10

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

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
5513 DOCTORS DR
EDINBURG, TX 78539
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
5513 DOCTORS DR
EDINBURG, TX 78539
Dietitian, Registered
5513 DOCTORS DR
EDINBURG, TX 78539
Chiropractor (Occupational Health)
5513 DOCTORS DR
EDINBURG, TX 78539
Clinical Nurse Specialist (Adult Health)
5513 DOCTORS DR
EDINBURG, TX 78539
Nurse Practitioner (Gerontology)
5513 DOCTORS DR
EDINBURG, TX 78539
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
5513 DOCTORS DR
EDINBURG, TX 78539
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
5513 DOCTORS DR
EDINBURG, TX 78539

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 Norman Ramirez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Norman Ramirez is 1871532531. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 6, 2006.

Where is Norman Ramirez located?

Norman Ramirez practices at 5513 Doctors Dr, Edinburg, TX 78539. The listed phone number is (956) 362-8590.

What is Norman Ramirez's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Cardiovascular Disease, with taxonomy code 207RC0000X.

Is Norman Ramirez enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Norman Ramirez 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 Norman Ramirez accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and 4 other insurers list Norman Ramirez 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 Norman Ramirez affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Norman Ramirez is affiliated with Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi, South Texas Health System and Rio Grande Regional Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Norman Ramirez was last updated on June 18, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.