Sylvester Ramirez, MD
NPI 1972599942 · Otolaryngology Physician · Kerrville, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sylvester Ramirez, MD is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Kerrville, TX (NPI 1972599942).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1972599942
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G1522 (TX)
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
1,294 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 374 | $122 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 246 | $87 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 122 | $106 |
| High Dose Rate Electronic Brachytherapy, External0394T | 102 | $233 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 84 | $46 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Nasal Passages Using an Endoscope31231 | 53 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 108 | 82 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 59 | 51 |
| Methylprednisolone | 56 | 47 |
| Prednisone | 55 | 50 |
| Ofloxacin | 48 | 25 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 39 | 37 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 39 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$189 across 10 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
- 2005-09-23
- Last updated
- 2022-11-04
- Certified
- 2022-11-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sylvester Ramirez's NPI number?
- Sylvester Ramirez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972599942, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sylvester Ramirez's specialty?
- Sylvester Ramirez is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sylvester Ramirez located?
- Sylvester Ramirez's practice location on file with NPPES is 1001 Water St, Kerrville, TX 78028-3523.
- What is Sylvester Ramirez's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sylvester Ramirez is (830) 315-2515.
- Does Sylvester Ramirez accept Medicare?
- Sylvester Ramirez is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sylvester Ramirez's NPI active?
- Yes — Sylvester Ramirez's NPI (1972599942) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-11-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.