Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Rafael Velez, M.D.
Dermatology Physician (CMS: Dermatology) · San German, PR
- NPI 1659354157
- Accepts Medicare
- 46 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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San German Medical Plaza, Suite 104
San German, PR 006830620
(787) 892-4809
fax (787) 892-4809 - Mailing address
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Po Box 620
San German, PR 006830620
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 15, 2013
- Year of graduation
- 1980 — 46 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207N00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Puerto Rico #7812
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1659354157. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
80
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$6,512
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 34 | 24 | $89 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 30 | 22 | $56 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 16 | 16 | $112 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in San German Dermatology Physician, average services per provider: 26. This provider delivers 3.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$237
Transactions
8
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lilly USA, LLC | 1 | $120.00 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 7 | $117.23 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,981
Patients
1,422
Total drug cost
$1,349,894
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Betamethasone Diprop Augmented (Betamethasone/Propylene Glyc) | Brand | 559 | 258 | $20,173 |
| Mupirocin | Generic | 373 | 281 | $2,675 |
| Mometasone Furoate | Generic | 299 | 160 | $7,373 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | Generic | 268 | 99 | $16,613 |
| Desonide | Generic | 222 | 117 | $24,042 |
| Ketoconazole | Generic | 186 | 69 | $3,168 |
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 185 | 34 | $2,774 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | Generic | 177 | 103 | $3,280 |
| Terbinafine Hcl | Generic | 120 | 67 | $918 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 114 | 51 | $743 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Rafael Velez's medical specialty?
Dr. Rafael Velez practices Dermatology Physician in San German, PR.
Where does Dr. Rafael Velez practice?
Dr. Rafael Velez practices at San German Medical Plaza, San German, PR 006830620. Office phone: 7878924809.
What is Dr. Rafael Velez's NPI?
Dr. Rafael Velez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659354157, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Rafael Velez accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Rafael Velez accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Rafael Velez 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); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.