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DR. JORGE HERNANDEZ RUIZ MD
NPI 1952391641
Ophthalmology in Ponce, PR

Active since October 25, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2225 EDIFICIO PARRA SUITE 802, PONCE BY PASS, PONCE, PR 00717(787) 841-7030(787) 844-1125 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 10, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Jorge Hernandez Ruiz Md NPPES

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

DR. JORGE HERNANDEZ RUIZ MD (NPI 1952391641) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Ponce, Puerto Rico, licensed in Puerto Rico (9389) and active in the NPI registry since October 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine (1985).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1952391641
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JORGE HERNANDEZ RUIZCredential: MD
Location Address2225 EDIFICIO PARRA SUITE 802, PONCE BY PASSPonce, PR 00717-1322
Mailing AddressPo Box 800794Coto Laurel, PR 00780-0794 · (787) 841-7030 · Fax (787) 844-1125
Phone(787) 841-7030
Fax(787) 844-1125
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Puerto Rico School Of MedicineGraduated 1985
Enumeration DateOctober 25, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 10, 2011
✔ NPI 1952391641 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License✔ Licensed in PR · 9389
Definition
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
2225 EDIFICIO PARRA SUITE 802, Ponce, PR 00717
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicare UPINE14159PR
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified81887PR

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. Jorge Hernandez Ruiz 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 ID9133197601
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040922000598
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 problem focused exam of visual system 92012
This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.
142 services85 patients
Extended exam of the back part of the eye with optic nerve drawing 92202
This procedure involves a detailed examination of the back part of your eye, focusing on the optic nerve, a crucial component for vision. A drawing or map of the optic nerve is created to help track any changes over time. This can help detect eye diseases early.
75 services62 patients
Exam of the internal drainage system of eye 92020
This is a procedure where your doctor examines the eye's internal drainage system, essential for maintaining eye pressure. They use specialized tools to check for blockages or damage that might lead to conditions like glaucoma. It's non-invasive and painless.
56 services48 patients
Imaging of optic nerve 92133
Imaging of the optic nerve is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed pictures of your optic nerve. It helps doctors assess eye health, particularly for conditions like glaucoma. It's painless, quick, and uses safe technology like MRI or OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).
43 services39 patients
New patient complete exam of visual system 92004
A new patient complete exam of the visual system is a thorough evaluation of your eyes and vision. It checks for any potential issues and assesses overall eye health. It includes tests for visual acuity, eye movement, and light response.
25 services25 patients
Established patient complete exam of visual system 92014
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
19 services19 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 00717 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.

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

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
100%25 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 2

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

CONSULTORES OFTALMICOS DEL SUR
Clinic/Center
2225 EDIFICIO PARRA SUITE 802, PONCE BY PASS
PONCE, PR 00717
Ponce Municipio (787) 841-7030
DR. EDUARDO PEREZ RODRIGUEZ M.D.
Ophthalmology
2225 EDIFICIO PARRA SUITE 802, PONCE BY PASS
PONCE, PR 00717
Ponce Municipio (787) 841-7030

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 Jorge Hernandez Ruiz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Jorge Hernandez Ruiz is 1952391641. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 25, 2005.

Where is Jorge Hernandez Ruiz located?

Jorge Hernandez Ruiz practices at 2225 Edificio Parra Suite 802 Ponce By Pass, Ponce, PR 00717. The listed phone number is (787) 841-7030.

What is Jorge Hernandez Ruiz's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is Jorge Hernandez Ruiz enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Jorge Hernandez 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Jorge Hernandez Ruiz was last updated on January 10, 2011. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.