Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Jose Battistini-Christian, MD
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Ponce, PR
- NPI 1104346014
- Accepts Medicare
- 6 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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917 Ave Tito Castro
Ponce, PR 00733
(787) 844-2080 - Mailing address
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917 Ave Tito Castro
Ponce, PR 007164717
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2017 — 9 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 18, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2020 — 6 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Puerto Rico #21892
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1104346014. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
658
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$106,489
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 332 | 312 | $178 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 134 | 127 | $122 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 122 | 117 | $214 | |
99283 |
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making | 29 | 29 | $73 | |
99238 |
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less | 25 | 25 | $80 | |
99282 |
Emergency department visit with straightforward medical decision making | 16 | 16 | $42 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 8 peers in Ponce Emergency Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 73. This provider delivers 9.0× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
383
Patients
377
Total drug cost
$1,794
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 112 | 111 | $508 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 65 | 64 | $118 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 39 | 38 | $243 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 37 | 37 | $113 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | Generic | 27 | 27 | $132 |
| Metronidazole | Generic | 24 | 23 | $191 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | Generic | 22 | 22 | $188 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | Generic | 21 | 21 | $67 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 13 | 11 | $70 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 12 | 12 | $129 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Jose Battistini-Christian's medical specialty?
Dr. Jose Battistini-Christian practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Ponce, PR.
Where does Dr. Jose Battistini-Christian practice?
Dr. Jose Battistini-Christian practices at 917 Ave Tito Castro, Ponce, PR 00733. Office phone: 7878442080.
What is Dr. Jose Battistini-Christian's NPI?
Dr. Jose Battistini-Christian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1104346014, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Jose Battistini-Christian accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Jose Battistini-Christian accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Jose Battistini-Christian commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284); Critical care (HCPCS 99291). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.