Maria Jose Zabala Ramirez, M.D.
NPI 1245728740 · Nephrology Physician · Chapel Hill, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Maria Jose Zabala Ramirez, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Chapel Hill, NC (NPI 1245728740).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1245728740
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 125072418 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
8 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
472 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 152 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 128 | $120 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 75 | $331 |
| Home Dialysis Services Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90966 | 40 | $275 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 24 | $156 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 21 | $2 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 25 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Chlorthalidone | 94 | 27 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 65 | 29 |
| Furosemide | 64 | 30 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 61 | 13 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 55 | 14 |
| Lisinopril | 48 | — |
| Telmisartan | 41 | 14 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$453 across 17 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)
- 1301 Central DrSanford, NC 27330-4159Phone: (919) 718-9512Fax: (919) 718-9516
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2018-04-30
- Last updated
- 2023-11-14
- Certified
- 2023-11-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Maria Jose Zabala Ramirez's NPI number?
- Maria Jose Zabala Ramirez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245728740, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Maria Jose Zabala Ramirez's specialty?
- Maria Jose Zabala Ramirez is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Maria Jose Zabala Ramirez located?
- Maria Jose Zabala Ramirez's practice location on file with NPPES is 101 Manning Dr, Chapel Hill, NC 27514-4226.
- What is Maria Jose Zabala Ramirez's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Maria Jose Zabala Ramirez is (919) 966-2561.
- Does Maria Jose Zabala Ramirez accept Medicare?
- Maria Jose Zabala Ramirez is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Maria Jose Zabala Ramirez's NPI active?
- Yes — Maria Jose Zabala Ramirez's NPI (1245728740) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-11-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.