Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Jose Ramirez, MD
Psychiatry Physician (CMS: Psychiatry) · Merrillville, IN
- NPI 1114927142
- Accepts Medicare
- 35 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
8555 Taft St
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 769-4005
fax (219) 769-2508 - Mailing address
-
8400 Louisianna St
Merrillville, IN 46410
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 17, 2011
- Year of graduation
- 1991 — 35 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2084P0800X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Indiana #01039272A
- Medicaid
- IN #100117310
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1114927142. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
628
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$37,137
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 343 | 166 | $61 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 168 | 146 | $33 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 117 | 82 | $91 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in Merrillville Psychiatry Physician, average services per provider: 1,242. This provider delivers 0.5× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
4,808
Patients
705
Total drug cost
$165,565
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trazodone Hcl | Generic | 500 | 85 | $6,077 |
| Aripiprazole | Generic | 444 | 62 | $72,823 |
| Quetiapine Fumarate | Generic | 416 | 57 | $18,037 |
| Alprazolam | Generic | 397 | 59 | $4,127 |
| Zolpidem Tartrate | Generic | 330 | 43 | $3,495 |
| Lorazepam | Generic | 325 | 48 | $2,961 |
| Buspirone Hcl | Generic | 302 | 56 | $4,726 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 287 | 42 | $6,084 |
| Risperidone | Generic | 287 | 38 | $6,782 |
| Lamotrigine | Generic | 278 | 40 | $3,580 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Jose Ramirez's medical specialty?
Dr. Jose Ramirez practices Psychiatry Physician in Merrillville, IN.
Where does Dr. Jose Ramirez practice?
Dr. Jose Ramirez practices at 8555 Taft St, Merrillville, IN 46410. Office phone: 2197694005.
What is Dr. Jose Ramirez's NPI?
Dr. Jose Ramirez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1114927142, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Jose Ramirez accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Jose Ramirez accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Jose Ramirez commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99212); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.