Jose Ramirez-Vazquez, M.D
NPI 1538373535 · Rheumatology Physician · San Juan, PR
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Jose Ramirez-Vazquez, M.D is a Rheumatology Physician provider in San Juan, PR (NPI 1538373535).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538373535
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 7091 (PR)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure33% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness33% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint20% of score
1 documented practice location
- 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 · 37 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 583 | 95 |
| Methylprednisolone | 508 | 94 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 362 | 69 |
| Celecoxib | 287 | 81 |
| Adalimumabbrand: Humira(cf) Pen | 233 | 27 |
| Etanerceptbrand: Enbrel Sureclick | 174 | 24 |
| Duloxetine Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$459 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
- 2007-05-09
- Last updated
- 2020-08-27
- Certified
- 2020-08-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jose Ramirez-Vazquez's NPI number?
- Jose Ramirez-Vazquez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538373535, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Jose Ramirez-Vazquez's specialty?
- Jose Ramirez-Vazquez is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Jose Ramirez-Vazquez located?
- Jose Ramirez-Vazquez's practice location on file with NPPES is 369 Calle De Diego, San Juan, PR 00923-3003.
- What is Jose Ramirez-Vazquez's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Jose Ramirez-Vazquez is (787) 756-6436.
- Does Jose Ramirez-Vazquez accept Medicare?
- Jose Ramirez-Vazquez is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Jose Ramirez-Vazquez's NPI active?
- Yes — Jose Ramirez-Vazquez's NPI (1538373535) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-08-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.