Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Maritza Melendez Nieves, MD
Specialist (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Fajardo, PR
- NPI 1295775856
- Accepts Medicare
- 37 yrs in practice
- Female
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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302 Ave General Valero
Fajardo, PR 00738
(787) 801-6341
fax (787) 355-6626 - Mailing address
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Po Box 1289
Fajardo, PR 007381289
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 1, 2017
- Year of graduation
- 1989 — 37 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 174400000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Puerto Rico #10798
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1295775856. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
28
Distinct HCPCS
1
Medicare allowed
$3,065
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 28 | 12 | $109 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 28. This provider delivers 1.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$765
Transactions
14
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP | 5 | $314.30 | |
| Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc. | 2 | $245.97 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 1 | $97.48 | |
| Novo Nordisk Inc | 4 | $61.35 | |
| Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc | 1 | $25.00 | |
| Eli Lilly Export S.A. Puerto Rico Branch | 1 | $21.09 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
5,245
Patients
1,678
Total drug cost
$1,074,594
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 633 | 198 | $13,248 |
| Farxiga (Dapagliflozin Propanediol) | Brand | 599 | 177 | $879,864 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 520 | 165 | $12,013 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 469 | 155 | $9,305 |
| Synthroid (Levothyroxine Sodium) | Brand | 458 | 126 | $58,224 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 355 | 126 | $6,902 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 310 | 94 | $6,591 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 301 | 89 | $9,741 |
| Doxazosin Mesylate | Generic | 257 | 87 | $6,568 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | Generic | 252 | 86 | $5,264 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Maritza Melendez Nieves's medical specialty?
Dr. Maritza Melendez Nieves practices Specialist in Fajardo, PR.
Where does Dr. Maritza Melendez Nieves practice?
Dr. Maritza Melendez Nieves practices at 302 Ave General Valero, Fajardo, PR 00738. Office phone: 7878016341.
What is Dr. Maritza Melendez Nieves's NPI?
Dr. Maritza Melendez Nieves's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1295775856, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Maritza Melendez Nieves accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Maritza Melendez Nieves accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Maritza Melendez Nieves commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.