ALBERTO RUIZ M.D.
NPI 1902080856
Family Medicine in Weslaco, TX

Active since December 27, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1001 JAMES ST, WESLACO, TX 78596(956) 647-8600(956) 969-9564 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 14, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 14, 2024, Sep 27, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Alberto Ruiz M.d. NPPES

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

ALBERTO RUIZ M.D. (NPI 1902080856) is an individual family medicine provider in Weslaco, Texas, licensed in Texas (N5375) and active in the NPI registry since December 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Doctors Hosptal At Renaissance, and is a graduate of Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine (2004).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1902080856
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameALBERTO RUIZCredential: M.D.
Location Address1001 JAMES STWeslaco, TX 78596-0008
Mailing Address1001 James StWeslaco, TX 78596-0008 · (956) 647-8600 · Fax (956) 969-9564
Fax(956) 969-9564
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMichigan State University College Of Human MedicineGraduated 2004
Enumeration DateDecember 27, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJune 14, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 14, 2024
NPI 1902080856 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License Licensed in TX · N5375
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
1001 JAMES ST, Weslaco, TX 78596

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

Alberto Ruiz 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 ID1557499415
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100513000529
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.

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.
137 services64 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
105 services56 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.
33 services23 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.
16 services13 patients
Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for streptococcus, group a (strep) 87880
A detection test by immunoassay for Group A Strep is a quick procedure to identify a bacterial infection in your throat. It involves taking a throat swab and applying it to a test strip, which changes color if Strep bacteria are present.
13 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Doctors Hosptal At Renaissance

Acute Care Hospitals · Edinburg, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipPhysician
CMS Certification Number450869
Location5501 South MccollEdinburg, TX 78539 · Hidalgo County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78596 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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
7 suppliers15 claims57 services$6.73 avg. paid by Medicare
Nebulizer, with compressor E0570
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
2 suppliers27 claims27 services$2.68 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 7

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

Nurse Practitioner (Primary Care)
1001 JAMES ST
WESLACO, TX 78596
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1001 JAMES ST
WESLACO, TX 78596
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1001 JAMES ST
WESLACO, TX 78596
Physician Assistant
1001 JAMES ST
WESLACO, TX 78596
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1001 JAMES ST
WESLACO, TX 78596
Internal Medicine
1001 JAMES ST
WESLACO, TX 78596
Internal Medicine
1001 JAMES ST
WESLACO, TX 78596

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 Alberto Ruiz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alberto Ruiz is 1902080856. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 27, 2007.

Where is Alberto Ruiz located?

Alberto Ruiz practices at 1001 James St, Weslaco, TX 78596. The listed phone number is (956) 647-8600.

What is Alberto Ruiz's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Alberto Ruiz enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alberto 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.

Is Alberto Ruiz affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Alberto Ruiz is affiliated with Doctors Hosptal At Renaissance.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Alberto Ruiz was last updated on June 14, 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.