Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ricardo Brizuela, MD
Hospitalist Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Internal Medicine Physician · Modesto, CA
- NPI 1174605224
- Accepts Medicare
- 28 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
600 Coffee RD
Modesto, CA 953554201
(209) 524-1211
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 13, 2008
- Year of graduation
- 1998 — 28 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208M00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A96573
- Medicaid
- CA #00A965730
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1174605224. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
693
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$87,228
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 390 | 178 | $120 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 121 | 121 | $177 | |
99239 |
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes | 121 | 119 | $117 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 61 | 48 | $80 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 23 peers in Modesto Hospitalist Physician, average services per provider: 170. This provider delivers 4.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$13
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 1 | $13.17 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
71
Patients
35
Total drug cost
$8,085
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 17 | 11 | $251 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | Generic | 15 | 12 | $102 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 14 | 0 | $57 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 13 | 0 | $7,601 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 12 | 12 | $75 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ricardo Brizuela's medical specialty?
Dr. Ricardo Brizuela practices Hospitalist Physician in Modesto, CA.
Where does Dr. Ricardo Brizuela practice?
Dr. Ricardo Brizuela practices at 600 Coffee RD, Modesto, CA 953554201. Office phone: 2095241211.
What is Dr. Ricardo Brizuela's NPI?
Dr. Ricardo Brizuela's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174605224, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ricardo Brizuela accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ricardo Brizuela accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ricardo Brizuela commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99223); Hospital discharge day management (HCPCS 99239). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.