Jose Cruz Rivera, MD
NPI 1255396826 · Family Medicine Physician · Ponce, PR
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Jose Cruz Rivera, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Ponce, PR (NPI 1255396826).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255396826
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 12945 (PR)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure38% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness38% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint23% of score
1 documented practice location
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 methodology.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 120 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 633 | 103 |
| Losartan Potassium | 495 | 66 |
| Lisinopril | 354 | 57 |
| Levothyroxine Sodiumbrand: Synthroid | 333 | 45 |
| Famotidine | 332 | 56 |
| Gabapentin | 323 | 59 |
| Metformin Hcl |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-04-18
- Last updated
- 2014-04-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jose Cruz Rivera's NPI number?
- Jose Cruz Rivera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255396826, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Jose Cruz Rivera's specialty?
- Jose Cruz Rivera is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Jose Cruz Rivera located?
- Jose Cruz Rivera's practice location on file with NPPES is O6 Calle 6, Ponce, PR 00716.
- What is Jose Cruz Rivera's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Jose Cruz Rivera is (787) 803-7017.
- Does Jose Cruz Rivera accept Medicare?
- Jose Cruz Rivera is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Jose Cruz Rivera's NPI active?
- Yes — Jose Cruz Rivera's NPI (1255396826) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-04-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.