Dr. Rafael Garcia Nieves

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 22+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Rafael Garcia Nieves, MD, is a Nephrology specialist in Juncos, Puerto Rico. He attended and graduated from University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine in 2002, having over 22 years of diverse experience, especially in Nephrology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Hospital San Cristobal, Hospital Metropolitano Dr Pila, San Luke's Memorial Hospital Inc. Dr. Rafael Garcia Nieves also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Pr Renal Health And Research Inc.. Dr. Rafael Garcia Nieves accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Contact Dr. Rafael Garcia Nieves at 24 1 Carr 31 Km Barrio Ceiba Nort to request Dr. Rafael Garcia Nieves the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 24 1 Carr 31 Km Barrio Ceiba Nort
Juncos, PR 00777


Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Rafael Garcia Nieves
Gender Male
PECOS ID 1951498070
Sole Proprietor Yes - He owns an unincorporated business by himself.
Accepts Medicare Assignment He does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance.

Medical Specialties

  • Nephrology (primary specialty)
  • Internal Medicine

Experience

  • Over 22 years of diverse experience

Credentials

  • Medical Doctor (MD)
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    Medical Doctor
    Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.

Education and Training

  • Dr. Rafael Garcia Nieves attended and graduated from University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine in 2002.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1497876916
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Monday, April 2, 2007
  • NPPES Last Update: Tuesday, July 28, 2009

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • PQRS - He does not report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
  • EHR - He does not use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
  • MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
  • MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.

Language Spoken by Dr. Rafael Garcia Nieves

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Rafael Garcia Nieves has been primarily specialized in Nephrology for over 22 years of experience.
  • Internal Medicine / Nephrology
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    Nephrology
    An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.


Affiliated Hospitals



Medical Group Practice

  • Pr Renal Health And Research Inc.


Practice Locations

24 1 Carr 31 Km Barrio Ceiba Nort
Juncos, PR 00777
Office Hours:
  • Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed


This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on Friday, June 19, 2015, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Tuesday, July 28, 2009. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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Dr. Rafael Garcia Nieves [NPI: 1497876916]Nephrology, Internal Medicine