Rafael Garcia, PA-C
NPI 1144317637 · Physician Assistant · Phoenix, AZ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physician Assistant · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Rafael Garcia, PA-C is a Physician Assistant provider in Phoenix, AZ (NPI 1144317637).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1144317637
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Physician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- PA-C
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- PA2006-0034 (NM)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
744 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid Large Joint Using Ultrasound Guidance20611 | 199 | $89 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 149 | $36 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 87 | $89 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 71 | $72 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 54 | $27 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | 100 | 75 |
| Gabapentin | 52 | 46 |
| Meloxicam | 37 | 35 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 36 | 34 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 31 | 26 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 25 | 23 |
| Cephalexin | 14 | 14 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$180 across 3 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-10-06
- Last updated
- 2015-01-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rafael Garcia's NPI number?
- Rafael Garcia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1144317637, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Rafael Garcia's specialty?
- Rafael Garcia is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Physician Assistant (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Rafael Garcia located?
- Rafael Garcia's practice location on file with NPPES is 444 W Osborn Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85013-3814.
- What is Rafael Garcia's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Rafael Garcia is (602) 230-1400.
- Does Rafael Garcia accept Medicare?
- Rafael Garcia is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Rafael Garcia's NPI active?
- Yes — Rafael Garcia's NPI (1144317637) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-01-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.