Melvin Gonzalez, MD
NPI 1194721167 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Palm Springs, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Melvin Gonzalez, MD is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Palm Springs, CA (NPI 1194721167).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1194721167
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G46612 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Other Service Providers
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,818 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 Report Only93010 | 921 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 385 | $97 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 181 | $68 |
| 3d Radiographic Procedure76376 | 152 | $13 |
| Ultrasound of Both Sides of Head and Neck Blood Flow93880 | 42 | $37 |
| Evaluation of Single, Dual, Multiple Lead Or Leadless Pacemaker System, Remote Up to 90 Days93294 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 68 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 434 | 162 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 252 | 75 |
| Furosemide | 222 | 83 |
| Carvedilol | 210 | 75 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 201 | 78 |
| Irbesartan | 185 | 68 |
| Losartan Potassium | 175 | 68 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$275 across 13 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)
- 39000 Bob Hope DrRancho Mirage, CA 92270-3221Phone: (760) 346-0642Fax: (760) 340-9152
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-06-24
- Last updated
- 2025-04-23
- Certified
- 2025-04-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Melvin Gonzalez's NPI number?
- Melvin Gonzalez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1194721167, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Melvin Gonzalez's specialty?
- Melvin Gonzalez is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Melvin Gonzalez located?
- Melvin Gonzalez's practice location on file with NPPES is 415 S Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262-7303.
- What is Melvin Gonzalez's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Melvin Gonzalez is (760) 346-0642.
- Does Melvin Gonzalez accept Medicare?
- Melvin Gonzalez is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Melvin Gonzalez's NPI active?
- Yes — Melvin Gonzalez's NPI (1194721167) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-04-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.