Paul Rugira, CNP
NPI 1497329627 · Family Nurse Practitioner · Albuquerque, NM
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nurse Practitioner · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Paul Rugira, CNP is a Family Nurse Practitioner provider in Albuquerque, NM (NPI 1497329627).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1497329627
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Nurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- CNP
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 1038058 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure33% of score
5 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness33% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint20% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Open Payments transparency13% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 · 50 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 112 | 39 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 94 | 32 |
| Gabapentin | 84 | 29 |
| Lisinopril | 66 | 26 |
| Metformin Hcl | 61 | 24 |
| Losartan Potassium | 55 | 15 |
| Albuterol Sulfate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$207 across 12 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)
- 2300 Grande Blvd Se Ste 4045Rio Rancho, NM 87124-1755Phone: (505) 896-7100
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2021-05-13
- Last updated
- 2026-04-02
- Certified
- 2026-04-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Paul Rugira's NPI number?
- Paul Rugira's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497329627, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Paul Rugira's specialty?
- Paul Rugira is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Nurse Practitioner (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Paul Rugira located?
- Paul Rugira's practice location on file with NPPES is 4710 Jefferson St Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87109-2155.
- What is Paul Rugira's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Paul Rugira is (505) 955-9454.
- Does Paul Rugira accept Medicare?
- Paul Rugira is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Paul Rugira's NPI active?
- Yes — Paul Rugira's NPI (1497329627) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-04-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.