Erica Ruiz, MD
NPI 1215191184 · Family Medicine Physician · La Quinta, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Erica Ruiz, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in La Quinta, CA (NPI 1215191184).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1215191184
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A104555 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
17 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
1,439 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 279 | $133 |
| Management Using the Results of Remote Vital Sign Monitoring Per Calendar Month, First 20 Minutes99457 | 222 | $51 |
| Brief Communication Technology-Based Service, E.g. Virtual Check-In, By a Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional Who Can Report Evaluation and Management Services, Provided to an Established Patient, Not Originating From a Related E/M ServicG2012 | 126 | $14 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion Provided By Nonphysician Professional, 21-30 Minutes98968 | 117 | $34 |
| Management Using the Results of Remote Vital Sign Monitoring Per Calendar Month, Each Additional 20 Minutes99458 | 95 | $41 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 39 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Montelukast Sodium | 179 | 67 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 148 | 46 |
| Losartan Potassium | 134 | 50 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 107 | 38 |
| Semaglutidebrand: Ozempic | 91 | 18 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 83 | 39 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$360 across 14 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
- 2008-07-10
- Last updated
- 2012-06-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Erica Ruiz's NPI number?
- Erica Ruiz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215191184, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Erica Ruiz's specialty?
- Erica Ruiz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Erica Ruiz located?
- Erica Ruiz's practice location on file with NPPES is 47110 Washington St, La Quinta, CA 92253-2186.
- What is Erica Ruiz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Erica Ruiz is (760) 564-9205.
- Does Erica Ruiz accept Medicare?
- Erica Ruiz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Erica Ruiz's NPI active?
- Yes — Erica Ruiz's NPI (1215191184) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-06-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.