Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Rafael Nunez, MD
Hospitalist Physician (CMS: Hospitalist) · Lakeland, FL
- NPI 1003950171
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 76.4 / 100 · 2023
- 27 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
1600 Lakeland Hills Blvd
Lakeland, FL 338053065
(863) 680-7000
fax (866) 264-8519 - Additional location
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2611 Collins Ave
Lakeland, FL 338033301
(863) 603-3355
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 18, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 1999 — 27 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208M00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Florida #ME105494
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1003950171. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
897
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$103,478
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 294 | 132 | $79 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 246 | 118 | $119 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 155 | 148 | $175 | |
99238 |
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less | 70 | 69 | $81 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 51 | 51 | $132 | |
99239 |
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes | 39 | 38 | $111 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 30 | 28 | $217 | |
G0180 |
Physician or allowed practitioner certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians and | 12 | 12 | $51 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 29 peers in this city , average services per provider: 163. This provider delivers 5.5× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
119
Patients
108
Total drug cost
$2,135
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clopidogrel (Clopidogrel Bisulfate) | Brand | 23 | 12 | $208 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 22 | 22 | $234 |
| Levofloxacin | Generic | 19 | 19 | $117 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 17 | 17 | $68 |
| Nifedipine Er (Nifedipine) | Brand | 14 | 14 | $386 |
| Cefpodoxime Proxetil | Generic | 13 | 13 | $1,035 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 11 | 11 | $87 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Rafael Nunez's medical specialty?
Dr. Rafael Nunez practices Hospitalist Physician in Lakeland, FL.
Where does Dr. Rafael Nunez practice?
Dr. Rafael Nunez practices at 1600 Lakeland Hills Blvd, Lakeland, FL 338053065. Office phone: 8636807000.
What is Dr. Rafael Nunez's NPI?
Dr. Rafael Nunez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1003950171, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Rafael Nunez accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Rafael Nunez accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Rafael Nunez commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99223). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.