Ernest Vina, MD
NPI 1588820484 · Rheumatology Physician · Tucson, AZ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ernest Vina, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Tucson, AZ (NPI 1588820484).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1588820484
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 49419 (AZ)
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 tenure28% of score
17 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
184 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 118 | $94 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 43 | $139 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 23 | $76 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $76–$139 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 177 | 44 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 152 | 40 |
| Prednisone | 72 | 17 |
| Etanerceptbrand: Enbrel Sureclick | 71 | — |
| Alendronate Sodium | 55 | 22 |
| Leflunomide | 47 | 14 |
| Naproxen | 42 | 13 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 2800 E Ajo WayTucson, AZ 85713-6204Phone: (520) 694-8888Fax: (520) 505-2476
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-07-31
- Last updated
- 2025-12-08
- Certified
- 2025-12-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ernest Vina's NPI number?
- Ernest Vina's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588820484, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ernest Vina's specialty?
- Ernest Vina is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ernest Vina located?
- Ernest Vina's practice location on file with NPPES is 1625 N Campbell Ave, Tucson, AZ 85724-5103.
- What is Ernest Vina's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ernest Vina is (520) 694-8888.
- Does Ernest Vina accept Medicare?
- Ernest Vina is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ernest Vina's NPI active?
- Yes — Ernest Vina's NPI (1588820484) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-12-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.