Ruth Gonzalez, MD
NPI 1659399087 · Rheumatology Physician · Wichita Falls, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ruth Gonzalez, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Wichita Falls, TX (NPI 1659399087).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1659399087
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- K1824 (TX)
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 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
1,268 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 513 | $121 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 204 | $9 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, 1 Hour Or Less96413 | 195 | $120 |
| Office Or Other Outpatient Visit for the Evaluation and Management of Established Patient That May Not Require Presence of Healthcare Professional99211 | 118 | $22 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 105 | $14 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 59 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 269 | 61 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 213 | 26 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 193 | 42 |
| Prednisone | 188 | 52 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 135 | 18 |
| Celecoxib | 131 | 20 |
| Gabapentin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$987 across 49 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
- 2006-07-17
- Last updated
- 2020-01-02
- Certified
- 2020-01-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ruth Gonzalez's NPI number?
- Ruth Gonzalez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659399087, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ruth Gonzalez's specialty?
- Ruth Gonzalez is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ruth Gonzalez located?
- Ruth Gonzalez's practice location on file with NPPES is 4531 Maplewood Ave, Wichita Falls, TX 76308-4609.
- What is Ruth Gonzalez's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ruth Gonzalez is (940) 767-3797.
- Does Ruth Gonzalez accept Medicare?
- Ruth Gonzalez is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ruth Gonzalez's NPI active?
- Yes — Ruth Gonzalez's NPI (1659399087) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-01-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.