Samuel Ramirez, MD
NPI 1538190244 · Family Medicine Physician · Mcallen, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Samuel Ramirez, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Mcallen, TX (NPI 1538190244).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538190244
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- L1711 (TX)
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
19 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
2,569 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 | 392 | $9 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 337 | $8 |
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 | 294 | $10 |
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides)80061 | 291 | $13 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 279 | $10 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 189 | $86 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 169 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 441 | 139 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 308 | 110 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 296 | 91 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 246 | 79 |
| Lisinopril | 234 | 75 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 173 | 54 |
| Losartan Potassium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,303 across 141 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
- 2006-07-05
- Last updated
- 2010-06-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Samuel Ramirez's NPI number?
- Samuel Ramirez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538190244, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Samuel Ramirez's specialty?
- Samuel Ramirez is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Samuel Ramirez located?
- Samuel Ramirez's practice location on file with NPPES is 5201 N 10th, Mcallen, TX 78504.
- What is Samuel Ramirez's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Samuel Ramirez is (956) 631-5411.
- Does Samuel Ramirez accept Medicare?
- Samuel Ramirez is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Samuel Ramirez's NPI active?
- Yes — Samuel Ramirez's NPI (1538190244) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-06-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.