Walter Ramirez, MD
NPI 1992719074 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Miami, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Walter Ramirez, MD is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Miami, FL (NPI 1992719074).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1992719074
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- ME82563 (FL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 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
882 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Electrocardiogram (ecg) 1 to 3 Leads With Review By Physician Only93042 | 186 | $7 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 185 | $134 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 128 | $69 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 84 | $182 |
| Critical Care, First 30-74 Minutes99291 | 63 | $228 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 29 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 140 | 55 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 124 | 48 |
| Ezetimibe | 118 | 41 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 117 | 45 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 98 | 35 |
| Carvedilol | 96 | 32 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 90 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$546 across 7 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
- 2006-07-27
- Last updated
- 2025-01-17
- Certified
- 2025-01-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Walter Ramirez's NPI number?
- Walter Ramirez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1992719074, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Walter Ramirez's specialty?
- Walter Ramirez is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Walter Ramirez located?
- Walter Ramirez's practice location on file with NPPES is 8000 Sw 117th Ave Ste Phb1, Miami, FL 33183-4803.
- What is Walter Ramirez's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Walter Ramirez is (305) 559-9860.
- Does Walter Ramirez accept Medicare?
- Walter Ramirez is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Walter Ramirez's NPI active?
- Yes — Walter Ramirez's NPI (1992719074) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-01-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.