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NIVIA I RUIZ M.D.
NPI 1962873323
Internal Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in Miami, FL

Active since October 12, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
89.89/100
CMS Quality Rating
8900 N KENDALL DR, MIAMI, FL 33176(786) 596-1960 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 9, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Nivia I Ruiz M.d. NPPES

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

NIVIA I RUIZ M.D. (NPI 1962873323) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in Miami, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME129266) and active in the NPI registry since October 2015. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2010).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1962873323
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RH0002X
Provider Legal NameNIVIA I RUIZCredential: M.D.
Location Address8900 N KENDALL DRMiami, FL 33176
Mailing Address8900 N Kendall DrMiami, FL 33176-2197 · (786) 596-1960
Phone(786) 596-1960
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateOctober 12, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 9, 2018
✔ NPI 1962873323 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RH0002X
License✔ Licensed in FL · ME129266
Definition
An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
8900 N KENDALL DR, Miami, FL 33176
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include AmeriHealth Caritas Next.Insurance ›

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

Nivia I 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 ID1355698283
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180723002875
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 Nivia Ruiz reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Martin Memorial Medical Center Inc
102 mi
Urgent Care
3801 S KANNER HWY STE 100
Stuart, FL 34994
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 602 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1154962918 (772) 223-2832

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 4

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
165 services129 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
28 services28 patients
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.
19 services12 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
14 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Stuart, FL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100044
Location200 SE Hospital AveStuart, FL 34994 · Martin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

89.89/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality75.75
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

DR. GLADYS LINDA GIRON M.D.
Surgery (Surgical Oncology)
8900 N KENDALL DR
MIAMI, FL 33176
Miami-Dade County (786) 596-2000
CLAUDIA PAULINA GUZMAN PA-C
Physician Assistant
8900 N KENDALL DR
MIAMI, FL 33176
Miami-Dade County (786) 596-2000
DR. JUSTIN MATTHEW RAFAEL MD
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
8900 N KENDALL DR
MIAMI, FL 33176
Miami-Dade County (786) 596-1960
DR. SHEENA MEHTA ZAPATA M.D.
Internal Medicine (Hospice and Palliative Medicine)
8900 N KENDALL DR
MIAMI, FL 33176
Miami-Dade County (789) 596-2000
DR. ANNA PRISCILA DOMINGUEZ ESPAILLAT M.D.
Obstetrics & Gynecology
8900 N KENDALL DR
MIAMI, FL 33176
Miami-Dade County (786) 596-1960
SARBAJIT MUKHERJEE
Internal Medicine (Medical Oncology)
8900 N KENDALL DR
MIAMI, FL 33176
Miami-Dade County (786) 596-2000
RAJIV DODDAMANI
Hospitalist
8900 N KENDALL DR
MIAMI, FL 33176
Miami-Dade County (786) 596-6743
ARELIS M RIVERA ARNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
8900 N KENDALL DR, MIAMI CANCER INSTITUTE
MIAMI, FL 33176
Miami-Dade County (786) 596-2000

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 Nivia Ruiz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nivia Ruiz is 1962873323. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 12, 2015.

Where is Nivia Ruiz located?

Nivia Ruiz practices at 8900 N Kendall Dr, Miami, FL 33176. The listed phone number is (786) 596-1960.

What is Nivia Ruiz's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RH0002X.

Is Nivia Ruiz enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nivia 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Nivia Ruiz's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Nivia Ruiz reassigns Medicare benefits to Martin Memorial Medical Center Inc (Stuart, FL). 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 Nivia Ruiz's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Nivia Ruiz accept?

Health plans from AmeriHealth Caritas Next list Nivia Ruiz 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 Nivia Ruiz affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nivia Ruiz is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nivia Ruiz was last updated on August 9, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.