Rafael Torres Velez, M.D.
NPI 1720084874 · Specialist · Carolina, PR
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Obstetrics/Gynecology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Rafael Torres Velez, M.D. is a Specialist provider in Carolina, PR (NPI 1720084874).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1720084874
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- SpecialistOther Service Providers
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- License
- 5370 (PR)
Specialties & taxonomies
Other Service Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
45 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 45 | $68 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $68–$68 (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 · 130 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 336 | 80 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 208 | 42 |
| Metformin Hcl | 192 | 31 |
| Losartan Potassium | 170 | 42 |
| Methylprednisolone | 140 | 87 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 133 | 34 |
| Omeprazole | 132 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-06-23
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rafael Torres Velez's NPI number?
- Rafael Torres Velez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720084874, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Rafael Torres Velez's specialty?
- Rafael Torres Velez is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Specialist (Other Service Providers).
- Where is Rafael Torres Velez located?
- Rafael Torres Velez's practice location on file with NPPES is X1152 Pontezuela Ave, Carolina, PR 00983-2060.
- What is Rafael Torres Velez's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Rafael Torres Velez is (787) 768-4285.
- Does Rafael Torres Velez accept Medicare?
- Rafael Torres Velez is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Rafael Torres Velez's NPI active?
- Yes — Rafael Torres Velez's NPI (1720084874) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.