Rafael Hernandez, PA
NPI 1720171317 · Physician Assistant · Miami, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physician Assistant · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Rafael Hernandez, PA is a Physician Assistant provider in Miami, FL (NPI 1720171317).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1720171317
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Physician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- PA
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- PA9101493 (FL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure38% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness38% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint23% of score
1 documented practice location
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 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Lisinopril | 28 | 15 |
| Ergocalciferol (vitamin D2)brand: Vitamin D2 | 28 | 12 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 27 | — |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 22 | 12 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 21 | — |
| Latanoprost | 16 | — |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 15 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-10-02
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rafael Hernandez's NPI number?
- Rafael Hernandez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720171317, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Rafael Hernandez's specialty?
- Rafael Hernandez is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Physician Assistant (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Rafael Hernandez located?
- Rafael Hernandez's practice location on file with NPPES is 450 Sw 8th Street, Miami, FL 33130-2814.
- What is Rafael Hernandez's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Rafael Hernandez is (305) 860-0044.
- Does Rafael Hernandez accept Medicare?
- Rafael Hernandez is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Rafael Hernandez's NPI active?
- Yes — Rafael Hernandez's NPI (1720171317) 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.