Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Melvin Gonzalez, MD
Cardiovascular Disease Physician (CMS: Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology)) · Specialist · Palm Springs, CA
- NPI 1194721167
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 84.3 / 100 · 2023
- 47 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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415 S Palm Canyon Dr
Palm Springs, CA 922627303
(760) 346-0642
fax (760) 340-9152 - Additional location
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39000 Bob Hope Dr
Rancho Mirage, CA 922703221 - Mailing address
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39000 Bob Hope Dr
Rancho Mirage, CA 922703221
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 23, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1979 — 47 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RC0000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G46612
- Medicaid
- CA #00G466120
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1194721167. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
7,250
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$287,053
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 3,376 | 2,161 | $8 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 1,475 | 767 | $101 | |
93306 |
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function | 740 | 723 | $71 | |
76376 |
3d radiographic procedure | 607 | 592 | $13 | |
93880 |
Ultrasound of both sides of head and neck blood flow | 217 | 216 | $39 | |
99211 |
Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional | 158 | 35 | $9 | |
93294 |
Evaluation of single, dual, multiple lead or leadless pacemaker system, remote up to 90 days | 132 | 40 | $31 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 78 | 32 | $81 | |
93280 |
Programming of dual lead pacemaker system | 63 | 47 | $38 | |
93016 |
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with supervision by physician | 59 | 59 | $22 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Palm Springs Cardiovascular Disease Physician, average services per provider: 349. This provider delivers 21× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$275
Transactions
13
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 7 | $153.60 | |
| Novo Nordisk INC | 2 | $44.61 | |
| Janssen Pharmaceuticals, INC | 2 | $31.70 | |
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 1 | $24.81 | |
| Atricure, INC. | 1 | $20.02 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
4,436
Patients
1,330
Total drug cost
$896,190
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 705 | 211 | $9,209 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 424 | 114 | $547,842 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 362 | 122 | $3,182 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 342 | 104 | $4,655 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 312 | 99 | $6,583 |
| Irbesartan | Generic | 289 | 77 | $9,746 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 277 | 89 | $5,332 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 275 | 86 | $2,278 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 244 | 74 | $6,418 |
| Potassium Chloride | Generic | 243 | 81 | $5,791 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Melvin Gonzalez's medical specialty?
Dr. Melvin Gonzalez practices Cardiovascular Disease Physician in Palm Springs, CA.
Where does Dr. Melvin Gonzalez practice?
Dr. Melvin Gonzalez practices at 415 S Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 922627303. Office phone: 7603460642.
What is Dr. Melvin Gonzalez's NPI?
Dr. Melvin Gonzalez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1194721167, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Melvin Gonzalez accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Melvin Gonzalez accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Melvin Gonzalez commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only (HCPCS 93010); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function (HCPCS 93306). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.