Rafael Valenzuela-Tapia, D.O, M.D
NPI 1871952515 · Nephrology Physician · Delray Beach, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Rafael Valenzuela-Tapia, D.O, M.D is a Nephrology Physician provider in Delray Beach, FL (NPI 1871952515).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1871952515
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O, M.D
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- OS15718 (FL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
10 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
1,743 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 | 1,232 | $80 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 203 | $175 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 104 | $129 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 99 | $351 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 49 | $122 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 27 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 135 | 48 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 111 | 41 |
| Carvedilol | 76 | 26 |
| Allopurinol | 73 | 23 |
| Torsemide | 57 | 23 |
| Losartan Potassium | 57 | 15 |
| Doxazosin Mesylate | 54 | 18 |
| Irbesartan |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$95 across 3 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
- 2016-02-22
- Last updated
- 2021-05-30
- Certified
- 2021-05-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rafael Valenzuela-Tapia's NPI number?
- Rafael Valenzuela-Tapia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871952515, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Rafael Valenzuela-Tapia's specialty?
- Rafael Valenzuela-Tapia is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Rafael Valenzuela-Tapia located?
- Rafael Valenzuela-Tapia's practice location on file with NPPES is 5210 Linton Blvd Ste 105, Delray Beach, FL 33484-6537.
- What is Rafael Valenzuela-Tapia's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Rafael Valenzuela-Tapia is (561) 496-1160.
- Does Rafael Valenzuela-Tapia accept Medicare?
- Rafael Valenzuela-Tapia is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Rafael Valenzuela-Tapia's NPI active?
- Yes — Rafael Valenzuela-Tapia's NPI (1871952515) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-05-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.