Carlos Perez Ruiz, M.D.
NPI 1659688208 · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Louisville, KY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Carlos Perez Ruiz, M.D. is a Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician provider in Louisville, KY (NPI 1659688208).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1659688208
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 01087853A (IN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
16 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
320 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 155 | $83 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 51 | $86 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 39 | $119 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 34 | $151 |
| Testing for Presence of Drug, Read By Direct Observation80305 | 25 | $12 |
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 552 | 172 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 551 | 137 |
| Gabapentin | 539 | 168 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 220 | 79 |
| Pregabalin | 143 | 61 |
| Celecoxib | 132 | 43 |
| Tramadol Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$691 across 11 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)
- 4800 Friendship AvePittsburgh, PA 15224-1722Phone: (412) 578-5323Fax: (412) 605-6425
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2010-09-02
- Last updated
- 2024-02-08
- Certified
- 2024-02-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Carlos Perez Ruiz's NPI number?
- Carlos Perez Ruiz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659688208, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Carlos Perez Ruiz's specialty?
- Carlos Perez Ruiz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Carlos Perez Ruiz located?
- Carlos Perez Ruiz's practice location on file with NPPES is 530 S Jackson St, Louisville, KY 40202-1675.
- What is Carlos Perez Ruiz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Carlos Perez Ruiz is (502) 852-5851.
- Does Carlos Perez Ruiz accept Medicare?
- Carlos Perez Ruiz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Carlos Perez Ruiz's NPI active?
- Yes — Carlos Perez Ruiz's NPI (1659688208) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-02-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.