Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ricardo Avena, M.D.
Surgery of the Hand (Surgery) Physician (CMS: Hand Surgery) · Fresno, CA
- NPI 1114903648
- Accepts Medicare
- 37 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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2139 E Beechwood Ave
Fresno, CA 937200340
(559) 322-6600
fax (559) 322-4625 - Additional location
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720 W Main St Ste A
Visalia, CA 932916133
(559) 205-2000
fax (559) 205-2010
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- December 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 27, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 1989 — 37 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2086S0105X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A87681
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1114903648. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
493
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$49,674
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 128 | 99 | $128 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 84 | 84 | $167 | |
73110 |
X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views | 43 | 28 | $43 | |
J0702 |
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg | 41 | 20 | $7 | |
73140 |
X-ray of finger, minimum of 2 views | 28 | 24 | $40 | |
73100 |
X-ray of wrist, 2 views | 27 | 19 | $8 | |
20550 |
Injection into tendon or ligament | 25 | 13 | $45 | |
73120 |
X-ray of hand, 2 views | 24 | 17 | $33 | |
73140 |
X-ray of finger, minimum of 2 views | 23 | 19 | $7 | |
76000 |
Imaging guidance for procedure, 60 minutes or less | 22 | 21 | $15 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in this city , average services per provider: 40. This provider delivers 12× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$224
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sonex Health, Inc. | 1 | $158.35 | |
| AXOGEN | 1 | $65.41 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
14
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$76
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 14 | 0 | $76 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ricardo Avena's medical specialty?
Dr. Ricardo Avena practices Surgery of the Hand (Surgery) Physician in Fresno, CA.
Where does Dr. Ricardo Avena practice?
Dr. Ricardo Avena practices at 2139 E Beechwood Ave, Fresno, CA 937200340. Office phone: 5593226600.
What is Dr. Ricardo Avena's NPI?
Dr. Ricardo Avena's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1114903648, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ricardo Avena accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ricardo Avena accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ricardo Avena commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204); X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views (HCPCS 73110). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.