Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Arturo Melgoza Ramirez, RN, PMHNP
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (CMS: Nurse Practitioner) · Registered Nurse · Palo Alto, CA
- NPI 1417479825
- Accepts Medicare
- 9 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
795 El Camino Real
Palo Alto, CA 943012302
(650) 853-2904 - Additional location
-
616 16Th St
Oakland, CA 946121205
(510) 981-4100 - Mailing address
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325 Distel Cir
Los Altos, CA 940221408
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2017 — 9 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 11, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 2017 — 9 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363LP0808X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- California #95006866 · California #95084470
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1417479825. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
239
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$17,643
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
90833 |
Psychotherapy with evaluation and management visit, 30 minutes | 84 | 29 | $68 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 83 | 28 | $132 | |
90785 |
Psychiatric services complicated by communication factor | 72 | 22 | $14 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Palo Alto Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, average services per provider: 99. This provider delivers 2.4× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$13
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baxter Healthcare | 1 | $13.15 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
530
Patients
68
Total drug cost
$13,288
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bupropion Xl (Bupropion Hcl) | Brand | 69 | 13 | $2,831 |
| Trazodone Hcl | Generic | 53 | 16 | $1,034 |
| Fluoxetine Hcl | Generic | 52 | 13 | $802 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 43 | 0 | $1,477 |
| Lorazepam | Generic | 39 | 14 | $429 |
| Buspirone Hcl | Generic | 35 | 12 | $1,020 |
| Lamotrigine | Generic | 32 | 0 | $518 |
| Sertraline Hcl | Generic | 31 | 0 | $260 |
| Venlafaxine Hcl ER (Venlafaxine Hcl) | Brand | 30 | 0 | $1,116 |
| Bupropion Hcl SR (Bupropion Hcl) | Brand | 28 | 0 | $393 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Arturo Melgoza Ramirez's medical specialty?
Dr. Arturo Melgoza Ramirez practices Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Palo Alto, CA.
Where does Dr. Arturo Melgoza Ramirez practice?
Dr. Arturo Melgoza Ramirez practices at 795 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 943012302. Office phone: 6508532904.
What is Dr. Arturo Melgoza Ramirez's NPI?
Dr. Arturo Melgoza Ramirez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417479825, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Arturo Melgoza Ramirez accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Arturo Melgoza Ramirez accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Arturo Melgoza Ramirez commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Psychotherapy with evaluation and management visit (HCPCS 90833); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Psychiatric services complicated by communication factor (HCPCS 90785). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.