Rubens Costa Filho, MD
NPI 1023342466 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Chico, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hematology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Rubens Costa Filho, MD is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in Chico, CA (NPI 1023342466).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1023342466
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 39456 (IA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
16 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,366 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 541 | $142 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 402 | $97 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 179 | $67 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 65 | $131 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 44 | $178 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ondansetron Hcl | 82 | 43 |
| Prednisone | 72 | 18 |
| Hydroxyurea | 65 | 15 |
| Prochlorperazine Maleate | 63 | 44 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 52 | — |
| Abiraterone Acetate | 40 | — |
| Acyclovir | 39 | 16 |
| Lenalidomide |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,607 across 10 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 715 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Ave NeSuite 102Albuquerque, NM 87102-3661Phone: (505) 727-3040Fax: (505) 727-3099
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-10-01
- Last updated
- 2022-06-20
- Certified
- 2022-06-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rubens Costa Filho's NPI number?
- Rubens Costa Filho's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1023342466, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Rubens Costa Filho's specialty?
- Rubens Costa Filho is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Rubens Costa Filho located?
- Rubens Costa Filho's practice location on file with NPPES is 265 Cohasset Rd, Chico, CA 95926-2273.
- What is Rubens Costa Filho's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Rubens Costa Filho is (530) 332-4700.
- Does Rubens Costa Filho accept Medicare?
- Rubens Costa Filho is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Rubens Costa Filho's NPI active?
- Yes — Rubens Costa Filho's NPI (1023342466) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-06-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.