Fernando Ruiz, M.D.
NPI 1184662710 · Interventional Cardiology Physician · Lafayette, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Interventional Cardiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Fernando Ruiz, M.D. is a Interventional Cardiology Physician provider in Lafayette, LA (NPI 1184662710).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1184662710
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Cardiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD.11816R (LA)
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
20 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
9,897 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 1,438 | $14 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,210 | $123 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 754 | $10 |
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides)80061 | 737 | $13 |
| Blood Test, Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (tsh)84443 | 736 | $16 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test85027 | 627 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 94 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 1,202 | 327 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 1,053 | 269 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 1,026 | 268 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 1,021 | 256 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 1,012 | 243 |
| Losartan Potassium | 967 | 251 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,071 across 68 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
- 2006-06-04
- Last updated
- 2015-10-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Fernando Ruiz's NPI number?
- Fernando Ruiz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1184662710, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Fernando Ruiz's specialty?
- Fernando Ruiz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Cardiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Fernando Ruiz located?
- Fernando Ruiz's practice location on file with NPPES is 443 Heymann Blvd, Lafayette, LA 70503-2630.
- What is Fernando Ruiz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Fernando Ruiz is (337) 289-8429.
- Does Fernando Ruiz accept Medicare?
- Fernando Ruiz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Fernando Ruiz's NPI active?
- Yes — Fernando Ruiz's NPI (1184662710) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-10-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.