Ricardo Soltero, M.D.
NPI 1841295482 · Nephrology Physician · Chula Vista, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ricardo Soltero, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Chula Vista, CA (NPI 1841295482).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1841295482
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A68995 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 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
1,695 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 479 | $80 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 233 | $120 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 200 | $368 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 196 | $108 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 177 | $17 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 68 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 205 | 42 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 197 | 61 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 155 | 50 |
| Telmisartan | 151 | 39 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 127 | 41 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 126 | 26 |
| Losartan Potassium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$416 across 5 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
- 2005-06-20
- Last updated
- 2021-02-02
- Certified
- 2021-02-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ricardo Soltero's NPI number?
- Ricardo Soltero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1841295482, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ricardo Soltero's specialty?
- Ricardo Soltero is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ricardo Soltero located?
- Ricardo Soltero's practice location on file with NPPES is 340 4th Ave, Chula Vista, CA 91910-3813.
- What is Ricardo Soltero's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ricardo Soltero is (619) 427-1144.
- Does Ricardo Soltero accept Medicare?
- Ricardo Soltero is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ricardo Soltero's NPI active?
- Yes — Ricardo Soltero's NPI (1841295482) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-02-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.